Ricinus communis
- Height: 1.8mSpread: 1m
- Tender
Flower colour:
Yellow
Foliage colour:
Purple
Position
Sun exposure: Full sun |
Aspect: South facing, west facing |
Position in border: Middle |
Soil
Prefers rich soil: Well Drained / Light / Sandy |
Plant calendar
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Sow | yes | yes | ||||||||||
Plant | yes | yes | ||||||||||
Flowers | yes | yes | yes |
Ricinus and wildlife
Ricinus has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Ricinus poisonous?
Ricinus causes an upset stomach, is harmful if ingested and toxins are absorbed by the skin. Its foliage, roots, sap, seed capsules and seeds are toxic.
Toxic to: