Madagascar Periwinkle Plant , Sadabahar (Any Colour)
1)Name of Plant ( common Name/ scientific name)- Periwinkle Plant/ Catharanthus roseus
2) Type of plant (Indoor/outdoor)- Outdoor
3) Size of pot it comes in- 4 inches
4) Seasonal/ perennial- Perennial
5) Flowering/ Foliage- Flowering
6) Place to keep- Full sun
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Madagascar Periwinkle Plant
Description of Madagascar Periwinkle Plant
Madagascar Periwinkle Plant or Catharanthus roseus, commonly known as bright eyes, Cape periwinkle, graveyard plant, old maid, pink periwinkle, rose periwinkle, is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.
Plant Specifications
| Common name | Madagascar Periwinkle |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 3-6 inches tall |
| Foliage/flower Color | pink |
| Bloom Time | Plants bloom in March or April and sometimes again in the fall |
| Difficulty Level | easy |
Madagascar Periwinkle Plant Care
Apply infrequent supplemental water in only the hottest and driest periods. In temperate zones, water the plants only until established and then rarely. The plant thrives in ideal zones, in either partial shade or partial sun. Besides the key is heat and dryness for a healthy rosy periwinkle.
Light Requirement
- Madagascar Periwinkle plant thrives in full sun, as long as it is well-watered.
- In Addition plants that don’t get enough light will grow tall and leggy, with few blooms.
- Moreover moving it outdoors for the summer may be just the solution.
Soil
- Although it prefers rich, slightly moist soil, it tolerates a wide range of conditions, including clay, alkaline soils and drought.
- Periwinkle has shallow, spreading, fibrous roots that hold soil in place.
Watering for Madagascar Periwinkle Plant
- In Addition apply infrequent supplemental water in only the hottest and driest periods.
- In temperate zones, water the plants only until established and then rarely.
Application of Fertilizer
- Feed every 2 weeks with a balanced water-soluble fertilizer diluted by half while periwinkle plant is growing and flowering.
Re-potting
- Madagascar periwinkle plant is a vigorous grower, quickly filling a small pot in a short time.
- Repot when your periwinkle plant outgrows its pot, moving it up to a pot 1-inch (2.5 cm) larger.
- Lastly don’t over-pot, because a too-large container will hold too much water, which can lead to root rot.
Special Features
- Madagascar Periwinkle is a versatile plant with various uses and benefits:
- Widely cultivated for its attractive flowers and glossy green foliage, Madagascar Periwinkle is popular in landscaping, gardens, and as ground cover due to its ability to spread and fill spaces.
- Besides it contains alkaloids like vincristine and vinblastine, used in traditional and modern medicine for treating cancers such as leukemia and lymphomas. These compounds interfere with cell division and are crucial in chemotherapy protocols.
- Furthermore it is used in some regions to stabilize soil on slopes and banks by forming dense mats of vegetation.
- Moreover certain varieties are known for repelling insects like mosquitoes, traditionally used for this purpose.
- In cultural contexts, the flowers symbolize friendship, loyalty, and everlasting love.
- Besides they were historically used to produce dyes and yielding colors from pink and purple to blue, depending on the species.
- Forms a dense carpet of foliage and flowers, suppressing weeds and enhancing aesthetic appeal.
- Lastly it provides habitat and food for butterflies and pollinators, supporting biodiversity in gardens and natural settings.
Overall, Madagascar Periwinkle is valued for its ornamental beauty, medicinal properties, erosion control capabilities, insect-repelling qualities, cultural symbolism, and ecological benefits.
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