Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
lanceus
ID:
820042

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bojer ex A.DC.) Pichon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 27: 237 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819376



Common Names

  • Catharanthus lanceus
  • Lanceus
  • Lance


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Description

Catharanthus lanceus (also called Lance-leaved Periwinkle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the island, growing in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has white, star-shaped flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Catharanthus lanceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Catharanthus lanceus has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catharanthus lanceus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-drained soil mix. The plant will flower in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Catharanthus lanceus

Catharanthus lanceus is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Catharanthus lanceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catharanthus lanceus?

Catharanthus lanceus

What is the common name of Catharanthus lanceus?

Lance-leaved Periwinkle

What is the natural habitat of Catharanthus lanceus?

Grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35713: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Wenceslas Bojer (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bojer' in the authors string.
Marcel Pichon (1921-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pichon' in the authors string.