Botanical Name: Catharanthus roseus
Other Names: Periwinkle, Vince, Rosy periwinkle, Madagascar periwinkle, Cape periwinkle, Old maidused as disinfectants.
Vinca rosea, also known as Vinca multiflora or periwinkle, reaches a height and width ranging from 7 to 24 inches, creating a mound adorned with vibrant flowers in shades of white, pink, or rosy-purple on delicate, brittle stems. Various cultivars are accessible, offering either a carpet-like spread or an upright growth habit.
Medicinal Uses:
- Used to treat diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Used as disinfectants
- Cancer fighters
