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Catharantus roseus, Vinca rosea Family: Apocynaceae Madagascar Periwinkle, Vinca Origin: Madagascar As many other plants of the dogbane family, the Vincas are poisonous, although mildly. There are also 2 drugs extracted from it: vinblastine (used in the treatment of Hodgkins' disease) and vincristine (used in the treatment of leukemia). They need warmth, and limited water and fertilizer to bloom abundantly. Link to this plant: http://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/catharantus_roseus.htm