Madagascar Periwinkle Flower

The Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus), often admired for its cheerful blossoms, is more than just a pretty garden flower. With its glossy green leaves and star-shaped blooms in shades of pink, white, and purple, this plant has won hearts around the world. But behind its delicate appearance lies a fascinating story of resilience, tradition, and healing.

As its name suggests, the Madagascar Periwinkle traces its roots to the island of Madagascar. In its native land, the plant grows wild in warm and sunny areas, often adding splashes of color to roadsides and open fields. Over time, however, it traveled far beyond its home. Today, it thrives in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, valued both as an ornamental plant and a medicinal wonder.