Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Intermediate Periwinkle |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Growth Type |  Naturalized |
| Season | maarch |
| ImageUrl | Vinca-001 |
| Photographer | Kate |
| Location | Lisbon |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Intermediate Periwinkle is a trailing evergreen perennial with glossy, dark green leaves and star-shaped flowers that are typically white or pale blue. It blooms from late winter to spring and is often used as ground cover in gardens.
Distribution
Native to the western Mediterranean region, it is found in countries such as Spain, Italy, and North Africa, often in woodlands and shaded areas.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not suitable for human consumption due to potential toxicity.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause gastrointestinal distress and other symptoms.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - can cause vomiting and diarrhoea if ingested.
Active Compounds
Vincamine, vincadifformine, isovincoside.