Periwinkle (Sadhabahar)
Catalogue Type
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Catalogue
Scientific Name
Catharanthus roseus
Family
Apocynaceae
Distinguishing Characters
Periwinkle is a color in the blue and violet family. Its name is derived from the lesser periwinkle or myrtle herb (Vinca minor) which bears flowers of the same color.
The color periwinkle is also called lavender blue.
The color periwinkle may be considered a pale tint of blue or a "pastel blue".
The color periwinkle is also called lavender blue.
The color periwinkle may be considered a pale tint of blue or a "pastel blue".