Overview
Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' is a clump forming houseplants in the genus Billbergia, part of the Bromeliaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and low maintenance.
About
Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Billbergia genus, known for its evergreen rosettes of linear or strap-like foliage. This vase plant produces clusters of tubular flowers, often accompanied by vibrant bracts, adding seasonal interest in spring and summer. It thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Suitable for patios and containers, it requires low maintenance and is hardy under glass (H1b). Propagation is possible by seed or offsets.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Billbergia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Houseplants, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman'
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman'?
Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' need?
Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' hardy in the UK?
Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman'?
Seed, Offsets.
More in the Billbergia genus
- Billbergia pyramidalis 'Variegata' (v)
- Billbergia vittatabanded billbergia
- Billbergia Mibbs Whelan Group
- Billbergia iridifolia
- Billbergia x hoelscheriana