Also known as Intermediate Periwinkle · Intermediate Periwinkle [plant]
Vinca difformis is a trailing evergreen groundcover with pale blue to lilac flowers, often appearing for extended periods. It thrives in shade to partial sun.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in bright light but can tolerate some shade, which may reduce flowering.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil, but tolerates some dryness once established. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate Feeding
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring and mid-summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Vinca difformis regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Prune Vinca difformis after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Light trimming can be done in early spring to tidy up the plant before new growth begins.
Avoid heavy pruning in autumn.
Propagate Vinca difformis from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, cut them to about 10-15 cm, and remove lower leaves.
Insert the cuttings into moist, well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment.
Repot Vinca difformis every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a pot that is slightly larger than the current one, with fresh, well-draining potting compost.
The best time to repot is in early spring, just as new growth begins to emerge.
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Where Vinca Difformis (Vinca difformis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Vinca |
| Species | Vinca difformis |
Similar in genus Vinca
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