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Desert Rose Dying #814151

Asked October 13, 2022, 1:47 PM EDT

I brought my potted desert rose into the house last week because of the cold weather prediction.  It was healthy and getting ready to bloom.  Now the leaves are falling off and they have round discolorations with a small dark center.  I'm using Captain Jack's but it's not better yet.  Help!

Howard County Maryland

Expert Response

My desert rose was ready to bloom when I brought it inside last week.  Now the leaves are falling off.  Please see the images leaves are top up, then bottom up.
The Question Asker Replied October 13, 2022, 2:06 PM EDT

Hi,

We have looked at your images of the desert rose which spent the summer outdoors but was recently brought indoors. It is common for any plant to lose leaves when brought into a lower light situation or having experienced temperatures less than 50 degrees before coming inside. It is not clear if this is a leaf spot or a reaction to a chill before being brought in. If it is leaf spot, there is not a safe fungicide to use indoors. It is always good to identify a disease before applying a pesticide.

You might be interesting in reading more about Adenium obesum by clicking here. As with most succulents, make sure it is in well-drained soil, not over-watered, and kept warm.

Thank you for your question.

Barbara


Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For more information on a variety of yard and garden topics, visit the HGIC website and our blog, Maryland Grows. Replied October 14, 2022, 2:05 PM EDT
Barbara,  Thank you!  It was a gift from a friend and I don't want to lose it!  Betty

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The Question Asker Replied October 14, 2022, 5:09 PM EDT
You're welcome.
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied October 14, 2022, 5:19 PM EDT
You are welcome. Hoping it recovers.
Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For more information on a variety of yard and garden topics, visit the HGIC website and our blog, Maryland Grows. Replied October 14, 2022, 9:24 PM EDT

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