Native to southern Africa , Adenium obesum, or chuan chom in Thai, has not been given the common name "desert rose" for nothing. A succulent, it is a very sturdy plant and can tolerate dry spells in its natural habitat. 

• For best results keep Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) plants in high light for 6 hours or more per day.
• During the spring and summer growing season keep the soil moist, not wet.
• Fertilize once per month with half-strength 20-20-20. Reduce watering in winter and no feeding in winter.