| Botanical name | Catharanthus roseus |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Frost Sensitive Frost Sensitive – Will Get Damaged and Possibly Killed During Periods of Frost.  Low Watering Low Watering – Requires Little Water.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | January February October November December Pink flowers with red centres throughout summer. |
| Common name(s) | Periwinkle |
| Origin | |
| Uses | Medicinal – Research is being conducted into the use of the root to treat leukaemia. Vinca roseus tea is effective for relief of rheumatism and arthritis. |
| Interesting info | Usually grown as an annual. |
| Other languages | Kanniedood (A) |
| Recommended varieties | C. roseus ‘Albus’ bears white flowers. Various hybrids are available in a wide range of colours |
Catharanthus roseus (Periwinkle)
- Botanical name: Catharanthus roseus
- Common name(s): Periwinkle
- Categories: Annuals, Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
Drought-resistant, compact perennial shrub, with glossy leaves and pink flowers with red centres throughout summer. Usually grown as an annual. C. roseus ‘Albus’ bears white flowers. Various hybrids are available in a wide range of colours
Synonym: Vinca roseus / Vinca rosea
Botanical Pronunciation: kath-uh-RANTH-us ROE-zee-us.
Catharanthus roseus requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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January February October November December
Pink flowers with red centres throughout summer.
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