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Madagascar periwinkle

Catharanthus roseus

Photo by Latimeria
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Field Notes

Description:

Pink flowers with five petals, a dark red star in the middle of the flower. Waxy green leaves.

Habitat:

Urban.

Notes:

Native to Madagascar, this plant has been the subject of medical research as of late: http://ntbg.org/plants/plant_details.php?rid=413&plantid=2497.

Reference Links:

Catharanthus roseus

Species ID Suggestions

Vinca
Isabela
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Comments (1)
Latimeria
It looks like the classification has changed a bit from Vinca, but Vinca rosea is a recognized synonym. Thanks Isabela!

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PublishedFebruary 20, 2011

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