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APOCYNACEAE
Dogbane Family
Vinca minor  (common periwinkle)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Vinca: to bind; minor: smaller, lesser
Native Plant
No
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
April-May
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Thin canopy woodlands, edges and thickets, suburban woodlots; primarily of the Piedmont, rare on the Coastal Plain
State Status
Non-native
Piedmont Status
Non-native
Coastal Plain Status
Non-native
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
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Invasive
Yes
Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
Europe
Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
Part used: Leaf. Internally used as tea, tincture, or capsules for mild hypertension and cerebrovascular disease. Topically used as a gargle for sore throat, and wash or poultice for skin inflammations, eczema, and wounds.
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
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