How to identify Common periwinkle (Vinca minor)
Common periwinkle, also known as Dwarf periwinkle
Common periwinkle presents as a low-growing evergreen with a prostrate habit, typically reaching heights of 3 to 6 inches (7.5 to 15 cm). Its foliage is comprised of dark green, glossy, oval leaves that persist year-round. Spring and early summer usher in the bloom of delicate, funnel-shaped flowers measuring about 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter, showcasing striking blue-lavender hues. These blossoms are sporadically produced throughout the year, offering a contrast to the plant's dense, leathery leaves.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Vine, Herb
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Low-growing evergreen, reaching 3-6 inches (7.5-15 cm) in height.
Dark green, glossy, oval leaves persist year-round, 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) long.
Delicate, funnel-shaped flowers in blue-lavender hues, 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter.
Axillary, solitary lilac-blue flowers with 5-lobed, rotate corolla, no scent.
Thin, wiry stem reaches 6 inches (15 cm) before trailing, smooth texture with branching pattern.
The leaves of common periwinkle are opposite, simple, and evergreen, exhibiting an elliptic shape. They measure 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) in length and possess an entire margin. These medium to dark green leaves have a glossy appearance, turning leathery as they mature. The leaves are arranged oppositely along the stem, providing a distinctive texture and visual contrast, essential for identifying this plant.
The flowers of common periwinkle are axillary and solitary, presenting a captivating lilac-blue hue. Each flower is actinomorphic with a 5-lobed, rotate corolla. They exhibit a tubular shape, growing in the leaf axils, and measure approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. These charming lavender-blue blossoms tend to emerge on more upright stems, adding a delicate splash of color from early spring to late summer. They are distinctly free from any notable scent.
The stem of common periwinkle is thin, slender, and wiry, with an erect posture that reaches up to about 6 inches (15 cm) before arching over and trailing along the ground. The texture is smooth and flexible, allowing it to adapt to various growing conditions. Notably, the stems exhibit a branching pattern that supports its sprawling habit, making them a distinct characteristic for identification.
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Scientific Classification of Common periwinkle
