Description
Ricinus communis
Castor Oil Plant
A dramatic exotic plant native to the southeastern Mediterranean Basin, Eastern Africa, with striking maroon/carmine young growth. Clusters of creamy yellow blooms, followed by maroon pods. The plants can grow so fast that they can be used as a very large and dramatic annual in the garden.
Height 1-2m.
Full sun/partial shade.
Not hardy.
TOXIC. All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested.
Packet contains 10 seeds.
Germination Tips:
* Soak for 24hrs before sowing.
* Sow 5mm deep in free draining compost.
* Keep at around 25 Degrees C.
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