Shri Shivaji science college Amravati Students name: Kajal S. Chore. Scientific name :Vinca Family: Aponeaceae vinca is a genus of flowering plant. The leaves are oval, broad, glossy green, hairless, with a pale midrib and short petiole. Medicinal uses : They have been used to treat diabetes, high blood pressure and have been used as disinfectant. The vinca alkaloids are also important for being cancer fighters.