Ricinus communis (seeds)
Ricinus communis
Ricinus communis or castor oil plant is a perennial shrub that can reach 4-5 m.
Its leaves are great lobed red-green and the flowers small yellow-green.
It grows in rich, moist well drained soils and sunny positions . Ricinus communis can tolerate partial shade but with reduced flowering.
Since the fruits produced castor oil or castor oil used in pharmaceutical and soap.
WARNING: All parts of the plant are toxic, especially the seeds contain a toxic substance ricin.
Ricin is believed to be the most toxic substances occurring in nature.
Species ID
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Ricinus
Species:
Ricinus communis
Origin:
Mediterranean Countries, Middle East
Plant Characteristics
Circle of Life:
Perrenial
Plant Type:
- Shrub
Foliage:
Evergreen
Flowering Period:
- August
- July
Height:
up to 5 m
Requirements
Soil Type:
Well drained, wet
Soil Acidity:
In all types
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Water Requirements:
Moderate
Toughness:
Dry-heat resistant
USDA Zones:
- 10
- 11
- 9
Propagation:
Seeds
Usage:
- Medicinal
- Ornamental