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Common Name Scientific Name Origin: Catharanthus Roseus Catharanthus Roseus

Nayantara, scientifically known as Catharanthus roseus, is native to Madagascar and has spread globally due to its ornamental beauty and medicinal properties. The plant thrives in warm climates and is recognized for its beautiful blooms and life-saving compounds used in cancer treatment. It symbolizes both beauty and healing.

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Common Name Scientific Name Origin: Catharanthus Roseus Catharanthus Roseus

Nayantara, scientifically known as Catharanthus roseus, is native to Madagascar and has spread globally due to its ornamental beauty and medicinal properties. The plant thrives in warm climates and is recognized for its beautiful blooms and life-saving compounds used in cancer treatment. It symbolizes both beauty and healing.

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​ Common name - Nayantara

2. Scientific name- Catharanthus roseus

3. Origin - Nayantara, or Catharanthus roseus, is native to the island of


Madagascar, off the southeastern coast of Africa. It originally grew in the tropical
and subtropical forests of the region. Over time, due to its ornamental beauty and
medicinal value, the plant spread to other parts of the world, including India,
Southeast Asia, and the Americas. Today, it thrives in warm climates across the
globe, but its roots remain in the unique and biodiverse ecosystems of Madagascar.

4. Unique viewpoint - Known for its beautiful, resilient blooms and powerful
medicinal properties, Nayantara is not just an ornamental plant but a source of
life-saving compounds used in cancer treatment. It symbolizes both beauty and
healing.

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