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Caryota mitis

Also Known As

  • Fishtail Palm

Plant type

tree, palm / cycad

size

  • H: 25'
  • W: 12'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

Caryota mitis plant details

Caryota mitis is an evergreen palm / cycad or tree with. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Caryota mitis

Plant type: palm / cycad or tree
Plant family: araceae
Mature size: 0 - 12 FT - wide, 0 - 25 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Caryota mitis

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Caryota mitis plant

How to Grow Caryota mitis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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