Friday, August 17, 2007

Catharanthus roseus





Common Names: Madagascar periwinkle, rose periwinkle




Madagascar periwinkle is a semiwoody evergreen perennial, usually grown as an annual in the flower bed.




Native to Madagascar.




Light: Full sun or partial shade.




Moisture: Madagascar periwinkle should be watered moderately during the growing season, but it is relatively drought resistant once established. It is unusually drought resistant for an annual.