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Caryota mitis: complete guide
Caryota mitis
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Overview
Caryota mitis is elegant houseplant from Southeast Asian rainforests. Characteristic fishtail-shaped leaflets.
Appearance
Fine, feathery leaflets with asymmetrical edges. Multi-stemmed palm, 1.5-3 meters tall indoors.
Ideal location
Filtered to moderate light. Accepts lower light. No direct sunlight.
Soil
Loose, moisture-retaining potting mix. Peat moss, perlite, bark blend ideal.
Watering
Regularly moist, not waterlogged. Misting increases humidity.
Pruning
Minimal pruning. Remove dead or damaged leaves.
Maintenance calendar
Spring: Regular feeding and watering. Summer: Peak growth. Frequent misting. Winter: Minimal feeding, water.
Winter hardiness
Not cold hardy. Indoors in temperate climates.
Companion plants
Pothos, philodendron, anthurium, asparagus fern.
Closing
Ideal beginner houseplant. Available at nurseries. gardenworld.app/en
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