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Definition of Vinca rosea
1. Noun. Commonly cultivated Old World woody herb having large pinkish to red flowers.
Exact synonyms: Cape Periwinkle, Catharanthus Roseus, Cayenne Jasmine, Madagascar Periwinkle, Old Maid, Periwinkle, Red Periwinkle, Rose Periwinkle
Group relationships: Catharanthus, Genus Catharanthus
Generic synonyms: Herb, Herbaceous Plant
Group relationships: Catharanthus, Genus Catharanthus
Generic synonyms: Herb, Herbaceous Plant
Medical Definition of Vinca rosea
1. A species of myrtle (family Myrtaceae) used in various parts of the world as a home remedy; two active dimeric alkaloids obtained from this plant are vinblastine and vincristine. Synonym: periwinkle. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Vinca Rosea
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