Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness

Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department of Natural Sciences

Vinca major Linnaeus
(Periwinkle)


Family: Apocynaceae

Status: Exotic

Synonyms:
None

Vinca major is a viney herb that has escaped to sidewalks from gardens in Silver City. It has dark green leaves and purple flowers.
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Vinca major, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, Silver City, May 21, 2010



Vinca major, closeup of flower, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, Silver City, May 21, 2010



Vinca major, closeup of leaf, photo Russ Kleinman & Bill Norris, Silver City, May 21, 2010


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