Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
roseus
ID:
820108

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) G.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 4: 95 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819442

Common Names

  • Catharanthus Roseus
  • Madagascar Periwinkle
  • Rose Periwinkle

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Description

Catharanthus roseus (also called Madagascar Periwinkle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, oval leaves, native to Madagascar. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Catharanthus roseus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and to control erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Catharanthus roseus var. angustus (Steenis) Bakh.
Catharanthus roseus var. roseus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catharanthus roseus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catharanthus roseus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Catharanthus roseus

Catharanthus roseus is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Catharanthus roseus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catharanthus roseus?

Catharanthus roseus

What type of soil does Catharanthus roseus prefer?

Catharanthus roseus prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Catharanthus roseus need?

Catharanthus roseus needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35719: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.