Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
pusillus
ID:
820097

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 4: 95 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819431



Common Names

  • Catharanthus Pusillus
  • Dwarf Periwinkle
  • Small Periwinkle
  • Lesser Periwinkle


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Description

Catharanthus pusillus (also called Dwarf Periwinkle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, oval leaves, native to Madagascar. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Catharanthus pusillus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catharanthus pusillus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catharanthus pusillus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Catharanthus pusillus

Catharanthus pusillus is native to Madagascar and can be found in the wild in the northern and eastern regions of the island.

Catharanthus pusillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catharanthus pusillus?

Catharanthus pusillus

What is the common name of Catharanthus pusillus?

Pusillus

What is the family of Catharanthus pusillus?

Apocynaceae

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-35718: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.