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Common Name: Madagascar Periwinkle

Species Name: Catharanthus roseus

Family Name: Apocynaceae

 

 

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin Madagascar
Sun Preference Partial
Susceptibility Stem rot is a common problem

 

 

ID Characteristics

  • Leaf and Stem Characteristics
    • Plant Height: 2-foot diameter, 0.25-foot height
    • Leaves: Leaves opposite, excellent dark green color with lighter veins

 

 

Habitat/Ecology  
Soil Preference Moist, well-drained
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 10
Notes Subshrubby perennial used as an annual

 

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