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Caryota mitis 

Fishtail Palm 

DESCRIPTION

A clumping palm prized for its unique foliage (Shaped like a jagged fish’s tail) that can do well in a Zone 9B landscape or in homes across the country.  Can be used as a screen or an accent.    
 

SUNLIGHT: Full sun to shade

DROUGHT TOLERANCE: Tolerant once established.

HARDINESS ZONE: 9B+

SALT TOLERANCE: Low

TYPICAL HEIGHT: 20-25 feet in the landscape

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

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