Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Ricinus communis 'Carmencita'

Family:
Scarlet Castor Bean

Family:
Euphorbiaceae

Description:
Need an alternative to bold-textured annuals such as Cannas and Elephant Ears? Need a bold-textured partner for Purple Fountain Grass, or something to rise amidst a sea of Margarita Sweet Potato Vine? Try the purple-foliaged forms of Castor Bean, but remember that its seeds are very poisonous, especially to unknowing children.

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