Acanthostachys strobilacea

Aechmea blumenavii is a plant species in the genus Aechmea. This species is endemic to the state of Santa Catarina, in Brazil. It is endangered and classified as rare by the IUCN. Two varieties have been named, although var. alba has only been collected once: Aechmea blumenavii var. blumenavii Aechmea blumenavii var. alba. In the garden it prefers partial shade and loam soil. In UK gardens it is tender and needs frost-free protection over winter (RHS H2). Suggested uses include houseplant. It tolerates neutral soils, moderate conditions and east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Aechmea blumenavii is a member of the Bromeliaceae family, known for its evergreen perennial nature. This plant features a rosette of elongated, strap-like leaves and produces a distinctive spike of tubular flowers above, often enhanced by colorful, triangular bracts that give way to fleshy fruits.

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Aechmea blumenavii

Aechmea bromeliifolia is a bromeliad native to southern Mexico, Central America, Trinidad, and South America as far south as northern Argentina.

Aechmea bromeliifolia is a winter-interest houseplant thriving in partial shade, hardy to RHS H2, ideal for indoor tropical displays.

Aechmea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae. The name comes from the Greek aichme, meaning "spear".

Aechmea bromeliifolia

Aechmea filicaulis, known as the slender-stemmed urn plant, is an evergreen perennial cultivar of the Aechmea genus. It forms rosettes of long, strap-like leaves that create a funnel-like shape. In spring and summer, it produces a spike of tubular flowers often accompanied by vibrant, triangular bracts, followed by fleshy fruits. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with an east or west-facing aspect, preferring sheltered conditions and fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and moderate moisture. It is suited for use as a houseplant and can be propagated by offsets.

Aechmea filicaulis, the slender-stemmed urn plant, is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like leaves and spring to summer flower spikes, thriving in partial

Aechmea filicaulis

Aechmea gamosepala is a bromeliad endemic to southern Brazil. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius The following varieties are recognized : Aechmea gamosepala var. gamosepala - from São Paulo State south to Rio Grande do Sul Aechmea gamosepala var. nivea Reitz, 1962 - Santa Catarina. In the garden it prefers partial shade and loam soil. In UK gardens it is tender and needs frost-free protection over winter (RHS H2). Suggested uses include houseplant. It tolerates neutral soils, moderate conditions and east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Aechmea gamosepala is a member of the Bromeliaceae family, featuring evergreen perennial characteristics. This species forms a funnel-shaped rosette of elongated, strap-like leaves and produces a spike of tubular flowers topped with bright, triangular bracts, which eventually give way to fleshy fruits.

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Aechmea gamosepala

Aechmea nudicaulis 'Parati' is a rosette-forming evergreen perennial from the Bromeliaceae family. Like other Aechmea species, it develops funnel-like rosettes of long, strap-like leaves and produces a spike of tubular flowers in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH and moderate moisture. Suitable as a houseplant in the UK, it has an H2 hardiness rating and can be propagated by offsets.

Aechmea nudicaulis 'Parati' is an evergreen houseplant with funnel-shaped rosettes and tubular flowers in spring, thriving in partial shade and mild conditions.

Aechmea nudicaulis 'Parati'

Aechmea pineliana is a flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae. It is typical of Atlantic Forest vegetation in Brazil, specially in following states: Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro. This plant is cited in Flora Brasiliensis by Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius, and it is often used as an ornamental plant. In the wild it grows across Brazil Southeast and BR. Grow it in partial shade and loam soil. In UK gardens it is tender and needs frost-free protection over winter (RHS H2). It works well for houseplant. It tolerates neutral soils, moderate conditions and east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Aechmea pineliana is a member of the Bromeliaceae family, known for its evergreen nature and distinctive rosette structure formed by elongated, strap-like leaves. This species produces a flowering spike topped with tubular blossoms, often enhanced by vivid, triangular bracts that eventually give way to succulent fruits.

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Aechmea pineliana

Aechmea servitensis is a cultivar of the Aechmea genus, which comprises evergreen perennials forming rosettes of long, strap-like leaves. This plant produces a spike of tubular flowers often accompanied by vibrant, triangular bracts, followed by fleshy fruits. It thrives best in partial shade with an east or west-facing aspect and requires a sheltered position. Suitable for growing in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with neutral pH, it is hardy to UK zone H2. Aechmea servitensis is commonly grown as a houseplant and is propagated by offsets, with its main seasons of interest being spring and summer.

Aechmea servitensis is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like leaves and vibrant tubular flowers, blooming in spring and summer, suited to partial shade.

Aechmea servitensis

Aechmea zebrina is a rosette-forming evergreen perennial cultivar of the genus Aechmea, known for its funnel-like rosettes of long, strap-like leaves. It produces a spike of tubular flowers in spring and summer, often accompanied by vibrant, triangular bracts, followed by fleshy fruits. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH and moderate moisture. Suitable as a houseplant in the UK, it is hardy to H2 and can be propagated by offsets.

Aechmea zebrina is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like leaves and vibrant tubular flowers in spring and summer, thriving in partial shade and mild

Aechmea zebrina

The pineapple is a tropical plant with an edible fruit; it is the most economically significant plant in the family Bromeliaceae.

Three-coloured wild pineapple (Ananas bracteatus var. tricolor) is a tropical patio plant with edible fruit, thriving in full sun during spring and summer.

Ananas bracteatus var. tricolor

The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical plant with an edible fruit; it is the most economically significant plant in the family Bromeliaceae. The pineapple is native to South America, where it has been cultivated for many centuries. Since the 1820s, pineapple has been commercially grown in greenhouses and many tropical plantations. The fruit, particularly its juice, has diverse uses in cuisines and desserts. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). Suggested uses include patio and container plants. It tolerates acid soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Ananas fritzmuelleri is a perennial bromeliad known for its rosette of lance-shaped leaves that feature spiny edges. This species produces compact, cone-shaped clusters of flowers in the summer, which later develop into delicious, edible fruits.

Ananas fritzmuelleri

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.

Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman' is an evergreen vase plant with tubular flowers and vibrant bracts, ideal for partial shade patios and low-maintenance containers.

Billbergia 'Muriel Waterman'

Billbergia Mibbs Whelan Group is a clump-forming cultivar of the Billbergia genus, known for its evergreen rosettes of linear or strap-like foliage. This houseplant thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil, tolerant of a range of pH levels. Suitable for patio and container planting, it is low maintenance and ideal for conservatories or greenhouses. It produces clusters of tubular flowers in spring and summer, often accompanied by vibrant bracts, adding seasonal interest.

Billbergia Mibbs Whelan Group is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like foliage, ideal for partial shade and low-maintenance patio or container planting.

Billbergia Mibbs Whelan Group

Billbergia iridifolia is a clump-forming evergreen perennial belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. As a member of the Billbergia genus, it develops rosettes of strap-like foliage and produces clusters of tubular flowers often accompanied by vibrant bracts. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect, including north, east, south, or west-facing positions. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Suitable for patio and container planting, it is low maintenance and hardy to H1b, with interest in spring and summer.

Billbergia iridifolia is an evergreen perennial with tubular flowers, ideal for patios and containers in partial shade, flowering in spring and summer.

Billbergia iridifolia

Billbergia pyramidalis 'Variegata' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar of the Billbergia genus, known for its rosettes of linear or strap-like foliage. This variety features variegated leaves, adding visual interest alongside its clusters of tubular flowers and vibrant bracts. It thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH. Suitable for patio and container planting, it is low maintenance and best grown in fertile, well-drained soil. It is hardy to H1b and flowers in spring and summer.

Billbergia pyramidalis 'Variegata' is an evergreen perennial with variegated foliage, perfect for patios and containers in partial shade, flowering in spring

Billbergia pyramidalis 'Variegata' (v)

Billbergia vittata is a plant species in the family Bromeliaceae. It is a tough hardy tubular shaped plant heavily festooned with silver trichomes in a distinctive banded pattern that boldly contrasts with the leaf pigments. The tube form is about 500 - 600mm high and retains a reservoir of water in the tube. The plant produces a brilliant red pink pendulous inflorescence with a series of small blue flowers, on whose nectar honey eaters such as the Eastern Spinebill feed. It is native to Brazil Northeast, Brazil Southeast and BR. In the garden it prefers partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs subtropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1b). Suggested uses include patio and container plants and low maintenance. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and north-facing, east-facing, south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Billbergia vittata, commonly known as the banded billbergia, is a member of the Bromeliaceae family. This evergreen perennial features rosettes of strap-like leaves and produces clusters of tubular flowers that emerge alongside striking bracts.

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Billbergia vittata

Billbergia x hoelscheriana is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar within the Billbergia genus, known for its rosettes of linear or strap-like foliage. It produces clusters of tubular flowers often accompanied by vibrant bracts, adding interest during the winter season. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect, suitable for north, east, south, or west-facing positions. It grows best in moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Ideal for patio and container planting, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by seed or offsets.

Billbergia x hoelscheriana thrives in partial shade, is low maintenance, and ideal for patio or container planting with winter interest.

Billbergia x hoelscheriana

Deinacanthon is a genus of flowering plants in the family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Bromelioideae. The genus name is from the Greek “deinos” - terrible and “anthos” - flower.

Bromelia urbaniana thrives in full sun or partial shade, perfect for houseplants and greenhouses with vibrant spring and summer blooms.

Bromelia urbaniana

Catopsis is a genus in the botanical family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Tillandsioideae. The genus name is from the Greek “kata” and “opsis” (appearance).

Catopsis strap airplant thrives in partial shade, ideal for UK conservatories and patios, blooming in spring and summer with tropical appeal.

Catopsis

Cryptanthus 'Black Mystic' is a matforming cultivar of the Cryptanthus genus, known for its evergreen, strap-like leaves with wavy edges arranged in a rosette shape. As a perennial, it maintains its foliage year-round and thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil with an acidic pH. This cultivar prefers sheltered positions with full sun to partial shade, ideally facing east, south, or west. Suitable for houseplants or conservatories, it is hardy to H1b and can be propagated by removing offsets in early summer. It offers seasonal interest in spring and summer with small, greenish-white flowers that may have a pleasant fragrance.

Cryptanthus 'Black Mystic' is an evergreen matforming perennial with wavy strap-like leaves, ideal for bright indoor spaces and low-maintenance subtropical

Cryptanthus 'Black Mystic'

Cryptanthus acaulis var. ruber 'New Coster's Favorite' is a matforming cultivar of the Cryptanthus genus, known for its evergreen, strap-like leaves arranged in a rosette. As a member of the Bromeliaceae family, it thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil with an acidic pH. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, or as a houseplant, it prefers full sun to partial shade with sheltered exposure, typically facing east, south, or west. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1b and produces small, greenish-white flowers in summer, often with a pleasant fragrance.

Cryptanthus acaulis var. ruber 'New Coster's Favorite' is an evergreen, matforming houseplant ideal for conservatories, thriving in full sun or partial shade.

Cryptanthus acaulis var. ruber 'New Coster's Favorite' (v)

Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' is an evergreen, clump-forming cultivar of the Dyckia genus, belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. It thrives in full sun and is suitable for south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is ideal for architectural planting in city and courtyard gardens, gravel gardens, patios, containers, and conservatories. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, making it a striking choice for Mediterranean climate plantings.

Dyckia 'Cherry Coke' thrives in full sun, ideal for architectural and container gardens, blooming in spring and summer with RHS hardiness H3.

Dyckia 'Cherry Coke'

Dyckia floribunda is a clump-forming evergreen succulent from the Bromeliaceae family, suited to alpine rockeries and conservatory greenhouses. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south or west-facing aspect, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is ideal for architectural planting in city gardens, gravel gardens, patios, and containers. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and propagation is by division of offsets or seed.

Dyckia floribunda is an evergreen succulent ideal for alpine rockeries and conservatories, thriving in full sun with architectural appeal in spring and summer.

Dyckia floribunda

Dyckia remotiflora is a clump-forming evergreen cultivar within the Bromeliaceae family. It thrives in full sun and is suited to south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. This cultivar prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is ideal for architectural planting in city and courtyard gardens, gravel gardens, and Mediterranean-style settings. It can also be grown successfully in patios, containers, conservatories, and greenhouses. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, with propagation by division of offsets or seed.

Dyckia remotiflora thrives in full sun, perfect for architectural and container gardens, flowering in spring and summer with RHS hardiness H3.

Dyckia remotiflora

Guzmania 'Allura' is a tufted cultivar of the Guzmania genus, which comprises evergreen perennials with rosettes of thick, strap-like leaves. This cultivar thrives in conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, preferring moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. It is suited to full sun or partial shade and benefits from a sheltered position facing east, south, or west. Flowering in spring and summer, Guzmania 'Allura' adds interest with its characteristic spikes of tubular flowers and prominent bracts typical of the genus.

Guzmania 'Allura' is an evergreen houseplant with thick strap-like leaves, ideal for conservatories and greenhouses, flowering in spring and summer.

Guzmania 'Allura'PBR

Guzmania 'Amaranth' is a tufted cultivar of the evergreen perennial genus Guzmania, known for its thick, strap-like leaves forming a rosette. This houseplant and conservatory species thrives in moist but well-drained fertile soil and prefers full sun to partial shade with a sheltered aspect, ideally east, south, or west-facing. It produces spikes of tubular flowers in spring and summer, typical of Guzmania, accompanied by prominent bracts. Suitable for patio containers and sub-tropical environments, it requires low maintenance and can be propagated by offsets or seed.

Guzmania 'Amaranth' is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like leaves, thriving in full sun or partial shade, ideal for conservatories and low-maintenance

Guzmania 'Amaranth'

Guzmania 'Durajen' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar of the Guzmania genus, known for its rosette of thick, strap-like leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels. It is suited to conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant in the UK, where it is hardy to H1A. During spring and summer, it produces spikes of tubular flowers, typically accompanied by prominent bracts. Propagation is by seed sown at 27°C or by division, with offsets forming after flowering.

Guzmania 'Durajen' is an evergreen houseplant with thick strap-like leaves, thriving in full sun and ideal for conservatories in spring and summer.

Guzmania 'Durajen'

Guzmania 'Freeze'PBR is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar of the Guzmania genus, known for its rosette of thick, strap-like leaves. Typically grown as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, it thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH and is hardy to UK zone H1A. Flowering occurs in spring and summer, producing spikes of tubular flowers with prominent bracts. Guzmania 'Freeze'PBR can be propagated by seed sown at 27°C or by division, with plants producing offsets after flowering.

Guzmania 'Freeze'PBR is an evergreen houseplant with thick strap-like leaves, ideal for full sun in conservatories and greenhouses during spring and summer.

Guzmania 'Freeze'PBR

Guzmania 'Freya' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial cultivar of the Guzmania genus, known for its rosette of thick, strap-like leaves. Typically grown as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, it thrives in well-drained, fertile loam or sandy soil with a range of pH levels. This cultivar prefers full sun exposure on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. Flowering occurs in spring and summer, producing spikes of tubular flowers with prominent bracts. As with other Guzmania, 'Freya' is monocarpic, dying after flowering but often producing offsets for propagation by division or seed.

Guzmania 'Freya' is an evergreen houseplant with thick strap-like leaves, ideal for conservatories, flowering in spring and summer in full sun.

Guzmania 'Freya'PBR

Guzmania 'Omar Morobe' is a clump-forming evergreen perennial from the Bromeliaceae family, grown primarily as a houseplant or in conservatories. Like other Guzmania, it forms a rosette of thick, strap-like leaves and produces spikes of tubular flowers in spring and summer. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. This cultivar is monocarpic, flowering once before dying back, but it typically produces offsets that can be propagated by division or seed sown at 27°C.

Guzmania 'Omar Morobe' is a vibrant houseplant ideal for conservatories, thriving in full sun with striking spring and summer interest.

Guzmania 'Omar Morobe'

Guzmania 'Pax' is a clump-forming cultivar of the evergreen perennial genus Guzmania, which belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. These plants develop a rosette of thick, strap-like leaves and produce spikes of tubular flowers with prominent bracts during the spring and summer. Suitable as a houseplant or for conservatories and greenhouses, Guzmania 'Pax' thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils of varying pH and requires propagation by seed or division.

Guzmania 'Pax' is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like leaves and tubular flowers, perfect for bright conservatories in spring and summer.

Guzmania 'Pax'PBR

Guzmania 'Rostara' is an evergreen perennial cultivar from the Guzmania genus, known for its tufted habit and thick, strap-like leaves forming a rosette. It thrives in moist but well-drained fertile soil, suitable for loam or sand with a range of pH levels. This cultivar is ideal for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, preferring full sun to partial shade and a sheltered position facing east, south, or west. It flowers in spring and summer, producing spikes of tubular flowers with prominent bracts, typical of Guzmania species.

Guzmania 'Rostara' is an evergreen perennial with tufted rosettes and thick leaves, ideal for low-maintenance houseplants and conservatories in spring and

Guzmania 'Rostara'PBR

Guzmania 'Tola' PBR is a tufted cultivar of the evergreen perennial genus Guzmania, known for its rosette of thick, strap-like leaves. This plant thrives in moist but well-drained fertile soil, suitable for loam or sand with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It produces spikes of tubular flowers in spring and summer, typically accompanied by prominent bracts. Ideal for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, it prefers sheltered positions with full sun to partial shade and is hardy to UK zone H1a.

Guzmania 'Tola' PBR is an evergreen houseplant with thick strap-like leaves, ideal for conservatories and patios, flowering in spring and summer.

Guzmania 'Tola'PBR

Guzmania dissitiflora is a cultivar of the Guzmania genus, which comprises evergreen perennials that form clumps and lack stems, developing rosettes of thick, strap-like leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soil with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. It produces spikes of tubular flowers in spring and summer, typical of Guzmania, which are accompanied by prominent bracts. Suitable as a houseplant or for conservatories, it requires propagation by seed sown at 27°C or by division, with offsets commonly produced after flowering.

Guzmania dissitiflora is an evergreen houseplant with thick strap-like leaves, thriving in full sun and ideal for bright conservatories in spring and summer.

Guzmania dissitiflora

Guzmania monostachia is an epiphytic species in the genus Guzmania. Also known as a West Indian tufted airplant, this species is native to South America (Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela), Central America, the West Indies and Florida. The species is also reportedly naturalized in Hawaii. Guzmania monostachia is notable as it is a facultative CAM species, converting from C3 photosynthesis to CAM under high light treatment or drought stress as a protective measure. In the garden it prefers full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it needs tropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1a). Suggested uses include houseplants. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

Guzmania monostachia, commonly known as the striped torch, belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. This evergreen perennial features a rosette of thick, strap-like leaves and produces spikes of tubular flowers during the summer, complemented by distinct bracts.

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Guzmania monostachia

Guzmania wittmackii is a cultivar of Guzmania, a genus of evergreen perennials in the Bromeliaceae family that form clumps and lack stems, developing a rosette of thick, strap-like leaves. This plant produces spikes of tubular flowers in summer, typically white or yellow, with prominent bracts. It is suited to conservatories or as a houseplant, thriving in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers well-drained loam or sandy soils of various pH levels and requires watering during establishment. Propagation is by seed sown at 27°C or by division, with plants being monocarpic but producing offsets for continued growth.

Guzmania wittmackii is an evergreen houseplant with strap-like leaves and tubular flowers, ideal for winter colour in heated conservatories or greenhouses.

Guzmania wittmackii

Hechtia epigyna is a rosette-forming cultivar of the Hechtia genus, known for its green, spiny foliage. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. This ornamental plant is best suited for cultivation under UK hardiness rating H1a. Interest in the plant is highest during spring and summer, and it can be propagated through offsets.

Hechtia epigyna is a spiny, rosette-forming ornamental thriving in full sun with well-drained soil, ideal for spring and summer interest in sheltered spots.

Hechtia epigyna

Pitcairnia is a rosette-forming genus in the Bromeliaceae family, valued for its green foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a south- or west-facing, sheltered position. It prefers moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for indoor ornamental use, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by offsets or seeds. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, and it is best suited to UK hardiness zone H1b.

Pitcairnia thrives in full sun or partial shade, perfect as a hardy indoor ornamental with vibrant spring and summer interest.

Pitcairnia

Pitcairnia heterophylla is a plant species in the genus Pitcairnia. This species is native to northern South America (Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela), Central America, and central and southern Mexico. The species was first discovered on top of the Rock of Guatapé by a German scientist. Pitcairnia × daiseyana is a natural hybrid of P. heterophylla and P. pungens. Grow it in full sun and partial shade and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs subtropical warmth and glass protection in the UK (RHS H1b). It works well for indoor ornamental. It tolerates neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.

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Pitcairnia heterophylla

Pitcairnia punicea is a species of flowering plant in the family Bromeliaceae, native to southeastern Mexico, Belize and Guatemala. It was first described by Michael Joseph François Scheidweiler in 1842.

Pitcairnia punicea is a vibrant indoor ornamental bromeliad, blooming in spring and summer, suited to full sun or partial shade in UK homes.

Pitcairnia punicea

Portea petropolitana var. extensa is a rosette-forming cultivar of the Portea genus, part of the Bromeliaceae family. It features linear to lanceolate leaves with spinulose margins, thriving best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This plant prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist. Suitable for indoor ornamental use, it is hardy to UK zone H4 and is propagated by offsets. Its main seasons of interest are spring and summer.

Portea petropolitana var. extensa is a hardy (H4) indoor ornamental bromeliad, thriving in full sun with spring and summer interest.

Portea petropolitana var. extensa

Puya boliviensis is a cultivar of the Puya genus, which comprises perennial, terrestrial herbs native to Central and South America. These plants are evergreen with leathery, often spiny leaves forming compact rosettes. Puya boliviensis has a bushy habit and thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, suitable for south, west, or east-facing positions. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best grown in conservatories or greenhouses, offering interest during spring and summer seasons.

Puya boliviensis is an evergreen, spiny-leaved perennial ideal for full sun in city gardens and gravel beds, flowering in spring and summer.

Puya boliviensis

Puya coerulea var. monteroana is a bushy cultivar of the Puya genus, which comprises perennial, terrestrial herbs native to Central and South America. This evergreen plant features leathery leaves often arranged in compact rosettes. Suited to conservatory or greenhouse cultivation, it thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, gravel gardens, and Mediterranean-style borders, offering interest in spring and summer.

Puya coerulea var. monteroana is an evergreen, low-maintenance plant ideal for full sun in city gardens and gravel areas, flowering in spring and summer.

Puya coerulea var. monteroana

Puya gilmartiniae is a bushy cultivar of the Puya genus, which comprises perennial, terrestrial herbs native to Central and South America. This evergreen plant features leathery leaves forming compact rosettes, often with spines. Suited to conservatory or greenhouse cultivation in the UK, it thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to H2 and is of interest during spring and summer, making it suitable for city and courtyard gardens, gravel gardens, and Mediterranean-style planting schemes.

Puya gilmartiniae is an evergreen, spiny-leaved conservatory plant ideal for full sun and low-maintenance Mediterranean-style gardens in spring and summer.

Puya gilmartiniae

Puya raimondii, also known as the Queen of the Andes (English), titanka and ilakuash (Quechua) or puya de Raimondi (Spanish), is the largest species of bromeliad, its inflorescences reaching up to 15 m (50 ft) in height. It is native to the high Andes of Bolivia and Peru. Grow it in full sun and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is tender and needs frost-free protection over winter (RHS H2). It works well for city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants and sub-tropical. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.

Puya raimondii is a remarkable member of the Bromeliaceae family, known for its evergreen, robust nature. This species features leathery leaves that often exhibit spiny edges, forming tight rosettes that thrive in its native habitats of Central and South America.

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Puya raimondii

Tillandsia 'Gordon C' is a tufted cultivar of the Tillandsia genus, which comprises perennial, evergreen plants often growing epiphytically with rosettes of tough, narrow leaves. This cultivar is suited for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, thriving in partial shade with a sheltered aspect facing south, east, or west. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and is hardy under UK conditions classified as H1a. 'Gordon C' is of interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or offsets.

Tillandsia 'Gordon C' is an evergreen, tufted houseplant ideal for conservatories and greenhouses, thriving in partial shade during spring and summer.

Tillandsia 'Gordon C'

Tillandsia 'Humbug' is a tufted cultivar of the Tillandsia genus, which comprises perennial, evergreen plants often found growing epiphytically. This cultivar thrives in partial shade and is suited to sheltered, south-, east-, or west-facing aspects, making it ideal for conservatories, greenhouses, or as a houseplant. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Tillandsia 'Humbug' is of particular interest during the spring and summer seasons and requires protection in the UK climate, classified as H1a hardiness.

Tillandsia 'Humbug' is an evergreen, tufted houseplant thriving in partial shade, ideal for conservatories and greenhouses in spring and summer.

Tillandsia 'Humbug'

Tillandsia 'Kashkin' is a tufted cultivar of the Tillandsia genus, which belongs to the Bromeliaceae family. These perennial plants are evergreen and typically grow as epiphytes, forming rosettes of tough, narrow leaves. 'Kashkin' thrives in partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for cultivation in houses, conservatories, or greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H1a. This cultivar is of particular interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or offsets.

Tillandsia 'Kashkin' is an evergreen epiphytic houseplant with tough narrow leaves, thriving in partial shade and ideal for conservatories in spring and summer.

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