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Fish-tail palm

Caryota cumingii

Arecaceae
Tree
Ornamental
Evergreen

About this plant

Caryota cumingii, known as Fish-tail palm, is an ornamental tree that thrives in part shade with medium water. It can grow quite large, reaching 5–10 meters in height, and is suitable for USDA zones 9–11. It has evergreen foliage and prefers loamy, sandy, or peaty soil.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Peaty

Height

5–10 m

Spread

3–6 m

Zones

9–11

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Growing Conditions

  • Sunlight: Part shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Soil: Loamy, sandy, peaty
  • USDA Zones: 9–11
  • Height: 5–10 m
  • Foliage: Evergreen

This palm is not fragrant, does not attract pollinators, and is not toxic.

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