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Catharanthus
periwinkle
Botanical details
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Catharanthus
- Genus description
Catharanthus can be annuals or perennials with simple, paired leaves and solitary or clustered, 5-petalled flowers at the branch tips
- Name status
Correct
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