Caryota gigas
Giant Fishtail Palm
Description
A truly massive fishtail palm that takes on an umbrella shape with leaves up to 6m long. Very impressive but requires space.
Origin
Thailand
Form and size
Massive solitary palm to 20+m (much less in cultivation) with long, arching leaves.
Preferred habitat
Outdoors with some protection from wind. Water well in summer.
Growth rate
FastRate
Outdoors
Yes
Indoors
No
Wind
Good tolerance
Sea winds
Some tolerance
Sun
Good tolerance when mature
Dryness
Some tolerance
Frost
To -3°C
Additional Comments
Larger grades available on request
Sizes and Prices
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