We even send you a picture of your plants before they ship.
Scientific Name: Caryota mitis
Common Names: Fishtail Palm, Clustered Palm
Overview: The Caryota mitis, commonly known as the Fishtail Palm, is a stunning addition to any indoor or outdoor space. Originating from Southeast Asia, this tropical beauty is renowned for its unique foliage resembling the tail of a fish, hence its name. Its lush green leaves are intricately divided, giving it a distinctive appearance that adds a touch of exotic charm to any environment.
Caring for the Caryota mitis is relatively straightforward, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers well-draining soil that is kept consistently moist but not waterlogged. Regular watering during the growing season and occasional fertilization will promote healthy growth. With proper care, this palm can grow up to 10 feet tall, creating a striking focal point in your home or garden.
We’re closed for the winter season. Products are viewable, and we’ll reopen in spring.
Dense and Full, the Fishtail Makes a Great Privacy Screen
Fishtails are a clustering palm that grow very densely. Their draping rich green leaves conjure up a tropical mood. Unlike other palm’s feathery fronds, the Fishtail’s foliage is tightly organized in a herringbone pattern that offers privacy in any spot you choose for them.
The Fishtail Palm can be grown in full sun to part shade. They are moderately cold tolerant, preferring temperatures about 55 degrees. They can, however, survive the occasional light frost. They’re moderate growers, usually achieving a height of 20 to 25 ft. tall.
Additional information
Zone
10a, 10b, 11a, 9b
Sun Exposure
Full Shade, Medium Shade, Partial Shade
Mature Height
10 ft – 12 ft
Spacing
8 ft – 10 ft
28 reviews for Fishtail Palm
Rated 5 out of 5
Cindi Carpenter (verified owner)–
Plant was great size very healthy and shipped and packaged very well.
Rated 5 out of 5
Lauren S. (verified owner)–
Plants were healthy and packaged with care
Rated 5 out of 5
Jim Kloc (verified owner)–
The plant is beautiful. We’ll see how it adjusts to the new environment
Rated 5 out of 5
Y F. (verified owner)–
Great plant – better than expected.
Rated 5 out of 5
Cathy Lance (verified owner)–
Beautiful lush plant arrived in perfect condition
Rated 4 out of 5
Valerie S. (verified owner)–
Arrived without foliar damage, first one was larger but damaged,
Rated 4 out of 5
Valerie S. (verified owner)–
Packaged well. No broken stems or leaves. Nice plant.
Rated 2 out of 5
Ryan P. (verified owner)–
It had good growth, but the plant outgrew the pot it was shipped in. They send an email saying not to repot for two weeks, but it just wasn’t sustainable. My advice transfer to a pot that can hold water immediately
Rated 5 out of 5
Dennis C. (verified owner)–
Absolutely beautiful and healthy plant, arrived early too!
Rated 5 out of 5
Melinda R. (verified owner)–
Very happy with all aspects of this transaction. Nice plant,reasonable shipping, won’t hesitate to purchase again.
Rated 5 out of 5
Russell (verified owner)–
Very nice plant and super healthy. Thanks
Rated 3 out of 5
Sharon Pfeifer (verified owner)–
I have ordered 3 and 1 was not doing well when I opened the box. It is barely making it but the other 2 are very green.
Rated 4 out of 5
Linda A. (verified owner)–
I’m very happy to get my fishtail palm, which my favorite nursery wasn’t able to get for me. Unfortunately, the plant was taller than the box it was shipped in so the tallest limbs were broken. I’m sure the rest will overtake those at some point so I remain happy with this plant.
Rated 5 out of 5
Cathy Lance (verified owner)–
I actually didn’t believe how large this tree would be when it arrived. I have to now get a much bigger pot, much much bigger pot. It is so healthy and well – huge. Did I mention gorgeous? It definitely is that!
Rated 5 out of 5
Anonymous (verified owner)–
It took a while to ship because New York is way too cold! but when the plant arrived, it looks great! some yellowish leaves, but im waiting for it to recover!!
Rated 5 out of 5
Sylvia Saab (verified owner)–
Love the them
Rated 5 out of 5
Maria (verified owner)–
Happy plant =Happy customer.This palm is a good, healthy plant and arrived in perfect condition.
Rated 5 out of 5
DANA (verified owner)–
Beautiful Fishtail palm! Nice size and very healthy plant
Rated 5 out of 5
Matthew T. (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Ronda Dillon (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Ronda D. (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Laura s. (verified owner)–
Rated 4 out of 5
Jacob Peter (verified owner)–
Beautiful size and shape, but arrived brown and damaged with pest markings.
Rated 5 out of 5
Janet W. (verified owner)–
I was very pleased with the plant condition and size.
Rated 5 out of 5
Brian (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Thomas Kalogine (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Jill B. (verified owner)–
I love PlantVine These plants are sent from the east coast to the west coast in the winter. It is still freezing here and my plants are so healthy when they arrive. Thankyou for caring for these plants so well.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jill B. (verified owner)–
OMG my palms just arrived. They are in incredible shape for coming from the east coast to the west coast. The palms are big and gorgeous. Beyond my thoughts of what might land here. I cant thank you enough. Your packaging for shipment was well thought out. I will not hesitate to order again from PlantVine! Thankyou again Jb
Cindi Carpenter (verified owner) –
Plant was great size very healthy and shipped and packaged very well.
Lauren S. (verified owner) –
Plants were healthy and packaged with care
Jim Kloc (verified owner) –
The plant is beautiful. We’ll see how it adjusts to the new environment
Y F. (verified owner) –
Great plant – better than expected.
Cathy Lance (verified owner) –
Beautiful lush plant arrived in perfect condition
Valerie S. (verified owner) –
Arrived without foliar damage, first one was larger but damaged,
Valerie S. (verified owner) –
Packaged well. No broken stems or leaves. Nice plant.
Ryan P. (verified owner) –
It had good growth, but the plant outgrew the pot it was shipped in. They send an email saying not to repot for two weeks, but it just wasn’t sustainable. My advice transfer to a pot that can hold water immediately
Dennis C. (verified owner) –
Absolutely beautiful and healthy plant, arrived early too!
Melinda R. (verified owner) –
Very happy with all aspects of this transaction. Nice plant,reasonable shipping, won’t hesitate to purchase again.
Russell (verified owner) –
Very nice plant and super healthy. Thanks
Sharon Pfeifer (verified owner) –
I have ordered 3 and 1 was not doing well when I opened the box.
It is barely making it but the other 2 are very green.
Linda A. (verified owner) –
I’m very happy to get my fishtail palm, which my favorite nursery wasn’t able to get for me. Unfortunately, the plant was taller than the box it was shipped in so the tallest limbs were broken. I’m sure the rest will overtake those at some point so I remain happy with this plant.
Cathy Lance (verified owner) –
I actually didn’t believe how large this tree would be when it arrived. I have to now get a much bigger pot, much much bigger pot. It is so healthy and well – huge. Did I mention gorgeous? It definitely is that!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
It took a while to ship because New York is way too cold! but when the plant arrived, it looks great! some yellowish leaves, but im waiting for it to recover!!
Sylvia Saab (verified owner) –
Love the them
Maria (verified owner) –
Happy plant =Happy customer.This palm is a good, healthy plant and arrived in perfect condition.
DANA (verified owner) –
Beautiful Fishtail palm! Nice size and very healthy plant
Matthew T. (verified owner) –
Ronda Dillon (verified owner) –
Ronda D. (verified owner) –
Laura s. (verified owner) –
Jacob Peter (verified owner) –
Beautiful size and shape, but arrived brown and damaged with pest markings.
Janet W. (verified owner) –
I was very pleased with the plant condition and size.
Brian (verified owner) –
Thomas Kalogine (verified owner) –
Jill B. (verified owner) –
I love PlantVine These plants are sent from the east coast to the west coast in the winter. It is still freezing here and my plants are so healthy when they arrive. Thankyou for caring for these plants so well.
Jill B. (verified owner) –
OMG my palms just arrived. They are in incredible shape for coming from the east coast to the west coast. The palms are big and gorgeous. Beyond my thoughts of what might land here. I cant thank you enough. Your packaging for shipment was well thought out. I will not hesitate to order again from PlantVine! Thankyou again
Jb