Caryota mitis thrives in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, specifically in areas characterized by secondary forests. It is typically found at varying altitudes and is well adapted to a range of climatic conditions.
Fishtail palm
The Caryota mitis, also known as the fishtail palm, is a solitary palm native to Southeast Asia. It thrives in tropical secondary forests and is valued for its various uses. The plant provides edible heart and seeds, while its trunk yields starch and its leaf base fiber is utilized for stuffing and tinder.
Caryota mitis
Country of origin: SE Asia
- Caryota mitis, commonly known as fishtail palm, is a plant found in Southeast Asia. - It is typically found in tropical secondary forests. - The trunk of the fishtail palm contains a small amount of starch. - The heart and seeds of the plant are edible. - The fibre from the leaf base is used for stuffing and tinder. - Local communities utilize the various parts of the plant for their own products. - The fishtail palm is a solitary palm and can be found in semi-wild or wild environments.
Sandy loam to clay loam soil, well-drained. Thrives in moist soil conditions.
SE Asia: tropical secondary forest. Starch from trunk (small amounts); edible heart, seed; leaf base fibre for stuffing and tinder. Local products only; solitary palm. Semi - wild / wild.