Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
333452

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 209 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332784



Common Names

  • Major Vinca
  • Vinca
  • Vinca Major


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Synonyms

  • Pervinca major Garsault [unknown]
  • Vinca grandiflora Salisb. [unknown]
  • Vinca major variegata (Loudon) P.D.Sell [unknown]

Description

Vinca major (also called Greater Periwinkle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Europe and western Asia, where it is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It is an evergreen perennial, growing to a height of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Vinca major is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a fast-growing shrub with attractive foliage and flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vinca major sub. balcanica (Pénzes) Kožuharov & Petrova
Vinca major sub. hirsuta (Boiss.) Stearn
Vinca major sub. major

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vinca major has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vinca major is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time to germinate.

Where to Find Vinca major

Vinca major can be found in the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of Asia and North Africa.

Vinca major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vinca major?

Vinca major

What is the common name of Vinca major?

Bigleaf Periwinkle

What is the growth habit of Vinca major?

Evergreen, low-growing, mat-forming perennial

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