Caryota maxima
Mountain Fish Tail Palm
Country Of Origin: China
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About Caryota maxima
This is a very tall monocarpic palm, which means that after it finishes flowering, the entire tree dies. Relatively short lived for a plant of this size. This can cause problems if trying to remove it from an established garden.
| Climate Zone | 10a |
| Min Temp (F/C) | 30 to 35 F / -1 to 2 C |
| Leaf Type | Bi-Pinnate |
| Height | 108 Ft / 33 M |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Habit | Clustering |
| Soil pH | 5.0-8.0 (Wide tolerance) |
| Soil Type | Loamy |
Cultivation Tips
When planting, select a location that receives full sun, with moist, well drained soil. This species is by far the most cold tolerant fishtail palm, as it tolerates cold winters with snow and moderate frosts. Feed regularly during the growing season with a high quality palm fertilizer.
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