Caryota maxima

Common names

Giant Mountain Fishtail Palm, Himalayan Fishtail Palm.

Curiosities

Dies after giving fruits.

Origin

Malaysia, Indonesia.

Habitat

Mountain forests.

Morphology

A bottle-shaped single trunk with annular rings and a brown to cinnamon colour. The big leaves have brown velvety sheaths, and the leaflets resemble a fishtail. Fruits are pinkish or reddish.

Climate

Germination

Growing

Requires full sun, and a moist, well-drained position.