Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park
Opening times today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry allowed at 4:30 PM)
Foxtail  Plam
Medicinal
Ayurveda

Foxtail Plam

Wodyetia bifurcata

The Foxtail Palm Tree is a striking ornamental palm with dense, bushy fronds that resemble a fox's tail, popular in landscaping for its elegant tropical look.

Quick Facts

Height: 8–15 m
Blooms: Year-round (peak in warm months)
Smooth grey trunk, arching bright green fronds with bushy leaflets
20–35°C

Visit Information

Location

Gardens, parks, avenues, resorts

Best Viewing Time

Evergreen

Habitat & Care

Natural Habitat

Native to Queensland, Australia; cultivated in tropics worldwide

Lifespan

Long-lived

Temperature Range

Warm and humid

Significance

Medicinal Uses

Ornamental landscaping, avenue planting

Cultural Significance

Named for its uniquely bushy, foxtail-like fronds

Conservation Status

Least Concern (cultivated widely)

Did You Know?

Discovered only in the late 20th century

Fronds resemble a fox's tail, giving the palm its name

Popular choice for tropical-themed landscapes

Fast-growing and hardy once established

Plan Your Visit

Come and see this amazing plant species in person at Patna Zoo