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Clustering Fishtail Palm

Caryota Mitis

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Overview

The Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota mitis) is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia, distinguished by its bipinnate leaves resembling fishtails. It grows up to 20-25 feet tall, with a spread of 6-10 feet. Ideal for USDA zones 10-12, it prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. This palm's multi-stemmed clumping habit makes it a dramatic feature in any landscape, adding lush, exotic texture.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 9–10Climate Subtropical
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — distinguished by its bipinnate leaves resembling fishtails

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Arecaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Photos (56)

Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — indirect light or partial shade; rich loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, image 50
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — This palm is adaptable to a range of well-draining soils; and it should be placed with consideration to, image 51
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — distinguished by its bipinnate leaves resembling fishtails
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — but it flourishes in moist; ideal for USDA zones 10-12, it prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained, image 52
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — rich loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH, image 53
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — Regular watering is crucial to maintain its lush appearance; and it should be placed with consideration, image 54
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — cream to brownish inflorescence emerges beneath the leaves; rich loam with a slightly acidic to neutral, image 56
Clustering Fishtail Palm (Caryota Mitis) — Its cascading leaves add texture and movement, reaching lengths of up to 9 feet; ideal for USDA zones, image 55

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