Burmese Fishtail-palm
NameBurmese Fishtail-palm
Species NameCaryota mitis
Common NameBurmese Fishtail Palm
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)8
Container Typeunknown
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuressmooth bark, columnar, fruit clusters
Foliage Typepalm fronds
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityunknown
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesLarge pendulous clusters of developing green fruits; smooth, tall trunk.
Description
This image displays a mature Burmese Fishtail Palm, characterized by its tall, relatively smooth trunk and prominent clusters of developing green fruits. While not a bonsai specimen, it illustrates the natural growth and fruiting habit of this tropical palm. The plant is shown with multiple large, pendulous infructescences.
