There Is Unusual Growth On My Desert Rose Plant.

Question

I have had my desert rose for quite a while. Other winters it has gone dormant and lost leaves but last winter it stayed green all winter. I have been fighting mealybugs for years but every spring it comes to life when I put it out on my deck. This past winter it blossomed in January and has continued to do so all summer. Last month I noticed these unusual growths on top of two stems where there had been flowers. They do not look like new stems that have appeared when I’ve cut it back. What are they and what should I do about them? Thank you.

Answer 1

They are seed pods! If you want seeds, you should keep them. If you want the plant to continue growing and not spend energy into seeds, then you can remove them.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/desert-rose/desert-rose-seed-saving.htm