Vinca minor L.

Locations ofVinca minor L. in Virginia

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Family
Apocynaceae
Botanical Name
Vinca minor L.
Common Name
Periwinkle, Common Periwinkle
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Vinca minor L.
Comments
Under the right conditions, this shade-tolerant introduction can spread into vine-colonies acres in extent, and poses a serious threat to our native forest ground flora.
Habitat
Disturbed forests and clearings, around old homesites and cemeteries; persistent and spreading from cultivation. Locally frequent throughout; forms extensive clones in some areas.
Native Status
Introduced

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