Scientific Name: Catharanthus roseus
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Pronunciation:cath-ah-RANTH-us rose-EE-us
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Common Name:Pink Periwinkle (mauve and white also)
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Status:WEED This introduced plant has escaped into local bushland. Without natural predators to keep it in check, it is out-competing native species.
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Flowers:mauve, pink, white
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Species List:Girraween, Mill Point, weeds, NNS,
Landscaping Notes
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