Aloe dichotoma

Branched Aloe / Quiver Tree

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Arborescent succulent from South Africa with grey-green spotted leaves in forked patterns. Produces vibrant orange-red tubular flowers on tall spikes during the summer season.
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Plant Details

Common Name Branched Aloe / Quiver Tree
Family Asphodelaceae
Genus Aloe
Species Dichotoma
Origin South Africa
Blooming Summer, tall spikes of orange-red tubular flowers.
Leaf Color Grey-green with white spots
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with high sand and perlite content for excellent drainage.

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Watering

Water deeply but infrequently. Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure. Indoors, place in the brightest window possible. Prevent sunburn by acclimating slowly.

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Fertilization

Feed sparingly during growing season (spring/summer) with diluted cactus fertilizer every 4 weeks.

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Pruning

Remove dead lower leaves or spent flower stalks at base to maintain shape and health.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
10% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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