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Periwinkle, vinca species

lesser periwinkleLesser periwinkle, Vinca minor

The plant is sedative and tonic.

Taken internally, they are used in the treatment of internal bleeding, heavy menstrual bleeding and nosebleeds.

When crushed and applied to wounds they have astringent and healing properties.

A mouthwash is used to treat gingivitis, sore throats and mouth ulcers.lesser periwinkle as groundcover

The leaves are gathered in the spring and dried for later use.

The root is used to lower the blood pressure. The root is gathered in the autumn and dried for later use.

The stems are used in basket making.

A very good ground cover for covering steep banks and shady places, spreading rapidly once established and forming a dense cover within 2 years.

It is less dense on dry or exposed sites. Plants are best spaced about 60cm apart each way.

greater periwinkleGreater periwinkle, Vinca major

This plant also contains 'reserpine', which reduces high blood pressure.

It is used internally in the treatment of excessive menstruation, abnormal uterine bleeding, vaginal discharge and hardening of the arteries.

It should not be given to patients with constipation.

greater periwinkle flowerIt is applied externally to vaginal discharge, nosebleed, sore throat and mouth ulcers.

The stems are used in basket making.

A very good ground cover for covering steep banks and shady places, spreading rapidly once established and forming a dense cover within 2 years.

It is less dense on dry or exposed sites. Plants are best spaced about 60cm apart each way.