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Vertebrates (Subphylum Vertebrata)
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Flowers of Zihuatanejo
Madagascar Periwinkle
Catharanthus roseus
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Catharanthus roseus, commonly called periwinkle, Madagascar periwinkle or annual vinca, is an erect to spreading tender perennial in the dogbane family. It is grown in gardens and parks worldwide and it has escaped from cultivation and naturalized near houses, in disturbed sites, and in natural habitats in seasonal dry and humid habitats. Flower colour is usually soft rose-pink or occasionally, mauve.
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