Abstract

Vinca Rosea, or Catharanthus roseus, is a prominent plant species in the Apocynaceae family that has long been used in Indian traditional medicine due to its many therapeutic uses and aesthetic qualities. Catharanthus roseus, scientific name, is a member of the Apocynaceae family and classed in Gentianales. Catharanthus roseus, also known as "Sadabahar," gets its name by the combination a pair of Greek words: Katharos, which means pure, and anthos, which means flower. The Greek word roseus means red in colour. Catharanthus roseus is an everlasting shrub with oval or oval leaves, shiny green hairless blooms, and two lobes. It reaches to a height of one metre and has white to deep pink, dark crimson, and petal-like leaflets. Catharanthus roseus is frequently referred to as the Madagascar periwinkle. It is renowned for its therapeutic qualities and has been thoroughly researched for its ability to heal a number of illnesses, including diabetes, degenerative diseases and various types of cancers. Furthermore, this adaptable herb is grown as an ornamental plant because of its vivid blossoms and capacity to flourish in a variety of temperatures (Mishra & Verma, 2017).