{"product_id":"fishtail-palm-8-pot","title":"Fishtail Palm - 8\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fishtail Palm (Caryota mitis) is a clustering palm instantly recognised by its unique bipinnate fronds whose ragged, triangular leaflets resemble a fish's tail. Native to Southeast Asia, it forms a dense multi-stemmed clump and grows at a moderate pace, making it equally suited to shaded garden corners and bright indoor spaces. It thrives in India's warm, humid plains and coastal regions, preferring filtered light and consistent moisture. As an interior plant it adds a soft, tropical texture, while outdoors it forms a lush screening clump. Note that the fruit contains irritant crystals, so handle ripe fruit with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArecaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheast Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-8 m outdoors; 1.5-3 m indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-4 m (clumping)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, bipinnate fishtail-shaped green leaflets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenish to cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature plants, variable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical, humid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright filtered light to partial shade; avoid harsh direct sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep soil consistently moist; do not let it dry out fully.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, moisture-retentive yet well-drained soil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest at 18-32C; protect from cold below 10C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh; mist regularly indoors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced palm fertilizer monthly in growing season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove spent stems and old fronds; clump can be thinned.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years; can be divided when repotting.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy seed or division of offshoots\/suckers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProne to spider mites and mealybugs indoors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit contains irritant calcium oxalate crystals; handle with care.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent indoor and patio palm for soft tropical texture, and a fine clumping screen or understorey plant in shaded outdoor gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India grow it in bright shade with high humidity and steady moisture; group plants or mist often during dry summers and the monsoon lull. Avoid direct afternoon sun, which scorches the delicate fishtail leaflets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water a Fishtail Palm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged, watering when the surface just begins to dry. It dislikes drying out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers bright, filtered light or partial shade. Avoid harsh direct sun, which scorches the delicate fishtail leaflets, especially indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Fishtail Palm safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fronds are low-risk, but the ripe fruit contains irritant calcium oxalate crystals that can harm pets and people. Keep fruit away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is a popular indoor palm. Give it bright indirect light, steady moisture and good humidity, and keep it away from cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it propagated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be grown from seed or, more easily at home, by separating the suckers and offshoots from the clump during repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf tips browning?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrown tips usually result from low humidity, under-watering or dry indoor air. Increase humidity by misting or grouping plants and keep watering consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I handle the fruit safely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWear gloves when removing ripe fruit, as the flesh contains needle-like oxalate crystals that irritate skin and mucous membranes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMature plants flower from the top downwards over several years and the main stem dies after fruiting, but the clump continues via new suckers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat pests affect it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndoors it is prone to spider mites and mealybugs, especially in dry air. Wipe the leaves regularly and treat early with neem or insecticidal soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced palm fertilizer monthly during the growing season to support its lush foliage; reduce feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048323252470,"sku":"PLT-FISHTAILPALM-P08-NA","price":200.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/PbXMhQkiTPMWaOqDkpit6xPwCvtfu8E6jj5L4j25.jpg?v=1782711239","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/fishtail-palm-8-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}