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Catharanthus roseus

DEFINITIONS OF: Catharanthus roseus

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n commonly cultivated Old World woody herb having large pinkish to red flowers

Synonyms:
Cape periwinkle, Madagascar periwinkle, Vinca rosea, cayenne jasmine, old maid, periwinkle, red periwinkle, rose periwinkle
Type of:
herb, herbaceous plant
a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests
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