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Crimson Glow at My Balcony Garden

From my balcony garden, this crimson bloom of the Desert Rose emerges with striking clarity. Through careful focus, the background fades into darkness, highlighting each velvety petal as if the flower were glowing in its own spotlight. A vivid reminder of resilience and beauty within a small urban garden space.

🌿Botanical Information:

Scientific name: Adenium obesum

Common name: Desert Rose

Thai name: ชวนชม (Chuan Chom)

Family: Apocynaceae

Native range: Arid regions of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula

Growth habit: Succulent shrub with swollen caudex for water storage

Flower: Trumpet-shaped, in shades of pink, red, and crimson

Cultural note (Thailand): Grown as an auspicious plant, symbolizing prosperity, vitality, and charm

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Uploaded on September 25, 2025
Taken on September 10, 2025