Fishtail Palm 'caryota mitis'

The Fishtail Palm brings a bold, tropical feel indoors with its lush green fronds and distinctive, fishtail-shaped leaflets. Its upright, clustering growth adds texture and height, making it a striking statement plant for bright living rooms, entryways, and offices.

Light: Bright, indirect light. Can tolerate gentle morning sun.

Water: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Keep soil lightly moist, allowing excess water to drain.

Size: Can reach 6–10 feet or more indoors with enough light and space.

Temperature: Prefers 65–85°F. Protect from cold drafts and heating or air-conditioning vents.

Humidity: Prefers higher humidity. Dry air can cause brown leaf tips.

Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix and a container with drainage holes.

Feeding: Fertilize during spring and summer with a fertilizer formulated for palms, following label directions.

Leaf care: Remove fully brown fronds. Never cut the growing tip or top individual stems to control height.

Maintenance: Watch for spider mites, scale, and mealybugs.

Pet safety: Keep away from pets and children; its berries contain irritating calcium oxalate crystals and should not be handled with bare hands or eaten.