Is Vinca minor considered an invasive plant?
Yes, Vinca minor is considered invasive in many regions, particularly in parts of North America, where it can outcompete native vegetation and form dense monocultures.
Common Periwinkle (Vinca minor) is a hardy, evergreen groundcover. It features trailing stems, glossy dark green leaves, and blue-violet flowers in spring. Ideal for shad
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Sunlight
Partial shade to full shade
Watering
Consistently moist, but well-drained
Soil
Well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Temperature
Cool to moderate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to moderate
Partial shade to full shade
Consistently moist, but well-drained
Well-drained, humus-rich soil.
Cool to moderate
Outdoor
Low to moderate
Plant Type
Herb, Creeper
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.2 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to Fast
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Simple, Ovate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
1500
Weed Status
Yes
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
Vinca minor contains vinca alkaloids, which can cause gastrointestinal upset, hypotension, and neurological symptoms if ingested by humans or pets.