Caryota is a genus of palm trees that are native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. There are several synonyms for the word caryota including fishtail palm, jaggery palm, toddy palm, and wine palm. These names are derived from the different uses of the palm tree, such as the use of the leaves in the shape of a fish tail, the tapping of the tree for producing toddy and jaggery, and the use of the sap for making wine. The caryota palm is often used for its ornamental value in landscaping and gardening, but it also has practical uses for food and drink production.