Burmese Fishtail PalmThe Caryota is a palm that is native to Asia and Australia. The feathered, triangular leaves slightly resemble the tail of a fish, hence its common name. Evergreen palm with clustered stems bearing rich green leaves to 4m in length, composed of triangular leaflets, and panicles of creamy white flowers in summer Best space & place This palm likes moderate light levels. Direct sun will scorch leaves while too little light will stunt growth and could