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Interesting Facts about Azalea and Periwinkle


Interesting Facts about Periwinkle and Azalea


Interesting Facts

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History
Azaleas are flowering shrubs that belong to the Rhododendron genus and are known for their vibrant blooms.  
  

Origin
Africa, Asia, Europe, North America  
Europe, France, Spain  

Interesting Facts of
  • The Rose comes in various colors, although a "black rose " is not literally black but a dark red.
  • A single rose suggests utmost devotion while two rose entwined together says "Marry me".
  
  • About 2,000 pounds of dried periwinkle leaves are used to extract just 1 gram of vinblastine.
  • Periwinkles ensures baby's long life when kept at the side of the newborn baby and when kept around candles keeps the love of the newlyweds forever.
  

Lifespan
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season  
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years  

Habit
Shrubs  
Shrubs  

Flower Meaning
passion and womanhood  
  

Astrological Flower
Honeysuckle  
  

Birth Month Flower
March - April  
  

Flower Availability
Seasonal  
  

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Azalea and Periwinkle History

You must be fascinated by the interesting facts about Azalea and Periwinkle.

Interesting facts about Azalea and Periwinkle also include the information about their history and origin. Azalea and Periwinkle history is one of the important aspects of their interesting facts.Azalea is originated in Africa, Asia, Europe, North America whereas traces of Periwinkle were first found near Europe, France, Spain.

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