Madagascar Periwinkle

The Madagascar Periwinkle is a small yet extraordinary flowering plant that dazzles with its vibrant blooms and quietly carries a reputation as one of nature's most powerful medicinal resources. Native to the island of Madagascar, this evergreen plant is now cultivated and cherished around the world for both its ornamental charm and its groundbreaking contributions to modern medicine.With its delicate, five-petaled flowers ranging from soft pink to brilliant white and deep violet, the periwinkle is a symbol of resilience, hope, and healing. Despite its modest size and unassuming appearance, this flower has saved countless lives through its use in treating cancer, making it a true botanical marvel.

Madagascar Periwinkle flowers are simple but captivating. Each blossom features.Five petals arranged in a pinwheel fashion.Colors ranging from white, pale pink, deep pink, magenta, to purple.A contrasting eye at the flower’s center — usually dark red or deep pink.A soft, silky texture and subtle fragrance.The plant blooms throughout the year in warm climates, with an especially strong display during spring and summer.

Because of its hardiness and fast growth, it is a favorite for borders, pots, ground cover, and urban landscaping.Though native to Madagascar, Catharanthus roseus is now cultivated across Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Australia. In India, it’s known as Sadabahar ("ever-blooming") and is revered not just as an ornamental plant but also as a medicinal herb. It’s often seen in gardens, courtyards, temple grounds, and roadsides.In tropical regions, it acts almost like a wildflower, growing with little care and blooming abundantly.