How to Care for Caryota mitis (Fishtail Palm)

Korean name: 공작야자

The fishtail palm features uniquely shaped leaves resembling a fish's tail. It grows densely and is known for excellent air purification indoors. The growth rate is fast, and it prefers bright indirect light.

Key facts

• Category: Air-purifying plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: India and Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Fast
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: air purifying, indoor plant, fast growing, large leaves
• Also known as: Fishtail Palm, Clustered Fishtail Palm

Care Guide

• Light: Requires bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is recommended.
• Humidity: Prefers medium to high humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Caryota mitis?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Caryota mitis?

It likes Requires bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining soil is recommended..

Is Caryota mitis safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Caryota mitis good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Prefers medium to high humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season..