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Interesting Facts about Periwinkle and Iris


Interesting Facts about Iris and Periwinkle


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Origin
Europe, France, Spain   
Asia, Europe, United States   

Interesting Facts of
  • 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.
  
  • In Greek mythology Iris is called the goddess of rainbow, as this flower comes in various colors just as rainbow.
  • The purple iris is the Tennessee's state flower.
  

Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years   
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years   

Habit
Shrubs   
Herbs, Shrubs   

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Periwinkle and Iris History

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

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

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