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Catharanthus roseus

Family: Apocynaceae

Synonym: Vinca rosea

Common Names: Periwinkle, Sadabahar

Flowering Period: Year-round

Distribution: Madagascar, cultivated worldwide

Habitat: Gardens and pots

Uses

Source of anti-cancer drugs vincristine and vinblastine.

Key Characters

Herbaceous plant; opposite glossy leaves; pink/white flowers.