Periwinkle (Catharanthus Reseus) is a small shrub with glossy leaves, with flowers a pinkish red hue or white in color. It is the official flower of Miri.
The Sunflower Center was established in March of 1982, located at the headquarters of the Red Crescent with the objective to aid affected families & to educate the public to appreciate and understand children and young adults who are mentally and/or physically handicapped and with special needs. The Sunflower Center is a charitable non-governmental organisation (NGO) under the umbrella of Red Crescent, Miri Chapter.