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Catharanthus roseus Found in the gardens near our lodge in Andasibe, Madagascar. Andasibe,Catharanthus roseus,Madagascar,Madagascar periwinkle Click/tap to enlarge

Catharanthus roseus

Found in the gardens near our lodge in Andasibe, Madagascar.

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The Madagascar rosy periwinkle

''Catharanthus roseus'', commonly known as the Madagascar periwinkle, is a species of ''Catharanthus'' native and endemic to Madagascar. Other English names occasionally used include Vinca, Cape periwinkle, rose periwinkle, rosy periwinkle, and "old-maid".

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Similar species: Gentianales
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Dec 24, 2012. Captured Sep 4, 2012 14:41.
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  • NIKON D7000
  • f/8.0
  • 1/2000s
  • ISO500
  • 105mm