The quiver tree aloe. Aloe dichotoma, is a large, striking, tree aloe with canary yellow flowers. In its native habitat is functions as a tree, being the largest plant in the landscape. It can reach 32 feet high and the main stem can be 3 feet wide. The species name "dichotoma" referes to the shape of the mature stem, as the rosette grows and creates the stem, it divides into two main trunk branches, the Latin name refers to the forked nature of the main stem. The mature form is a sturdy thick stem with one main division and then numerous branches forming the crown of the plant. The flowers are branched, numerous and a bright yellow. One source mentions that it may take up to 10 years for the quiver tree aloe to reach blooming size.

In warm areas where it can be grown outside, this would be an outstanding and dramatic garden element. It is native to rocky slopes in desert areas of South Africa. The quiver tree aloe common name refers to the use of the stems as a source for making quivers for arrows.