Catharanthus Plant Growing Care Guide for Gardeners The Catharanthus genus, part of the Apocynaceae family, is native to Madagascar The most well-known species is Catharanthus roseus, or the Madagascar periwinkle, recognized for its glossy foliage and charming, five-petaled flowers
Catharanthus roseus - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden Catharanthus roseus, commonly called periwinkle, Madagascar periwinkle or annual vinca, is an erect to spreading tender perennial in the dogbane family typically mounding 6-18” (less frequently to 24”) tall and as wide
Catharanthus roseus - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox It is native to Madagascar but has naturalized in warm areas around the world The species epithet means "pink " Plant it in full sun to partial or dappled shade in moist, well-drained soil While it prefers acidic soil, it tolerates a range of soil types, so as long as it has good drainage
Catharanthus Roseus Guide: How to Care for “Madagascar Periwinkle” Catharanthus roseus a k a Madagascar Periwinkle is an evergreen species of flowering plants in the Apocynaceae family This lovely and colorful plant is commonly known by many names including the Madagascar Periwinkle, Bright Eyes, Graveyard Plant, Cape Periwinkle, Old Maid, and Pink or Rose Periwinkle
Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar Periwinkle) - Gardenia Catharanthus roseus, also known as Madagascar Periwinkle or Vinca, is a perennial plant often grown as an annual in colder climates Growth habit: It has a bushy and compact growth habit and forms dense mounds of glossy, dark green leaves
Catharanthus roseus Periwinkle, Madagascar Periwinkle, Vinca Also known as Vinca rosea, Vinca multiflora, periwinkle grows 7 to 24 inches high and wide, forming a mound of colorful flowers in white, pink, or rosy-purple on brittle stems Cultivars are available with carpet-like or upright habits Flowering is prolific throughout the warm months, although plants may establish poorly in very hot weather
The main types of catharanthus: examples of care, cultivation, planting . . . Catharanthus is a compact, small bush that pleases the eye with the colorful appearance of its flowers Knowing the simple rules for caring for a catharanthus at home, even an inexperienced florist can decorate the interior of his home with this beautiful plant
Periwinkles (Catharanthus) Plant Care How to Grow, Water Catharanthus, commonly known as Vinca or Madagascar Periwinkle, is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Apocynaceae This genus includes several species, with Catharanthus roseus being the most well-known and widely cultivated