Ricinus communis, the castor bean[1] or castor oil plant, [2] is a species of perennial flowering plant in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. It is the sole species in the monotypic genus, …

Probably native to tropical Africa, the castor-oil plant has become naturalized throughout warm areas of the world. The plants are chiefly cultivated in India, China, and Brazil, largely as the …

Oct 8, 2024 · What is castor oil? Castor oil is a non-volatile fatty oil that is derived from the seeds of the castor bean (Ricinus communis) plant, aka castor seeds.

Aug 13, 2025 · Learn about the potential benefits of Castor including contraindications, adverse reactions, toxicology, pharmacology and historical usage.

Apr 1, 2024 · Castor oil has various uses in medicine, industry, and pharmaceuticals. It is found in food, medication, and skin care and is also used as an industrial lubricant and biodiesel …

Sep 24, 2025 · Traditionally, castor oil was used as a "cure-all" to "treat" multiple medical issues. Though modern medicine has eclipsed its historic use, the oil is now a trendy budget beauty buy.

Jul 28, 2025 · Castor oil can be used to treat constipation but may offer other benefits, including antibacterial properties. More research is needed to support uses such as arthritis care and …

Ricinus communis, commonly known as Castor Bean or Castor Oil Plant, is a fast-growing, visually striking plant renowned for its dramatic foliage, colorful stems, and large, showy seed …

Castor is indigenous to the southeastern Mediterranean Basin, Eastern Africa, and India, but is widespread throughout tropical regions (and widely grown elsewhere as an ornamental plant). …

Dec 8, 2023 · It’s castor oil, an odorless, yellowish substance that comes from the seeds of the flowering castor bean plant (aka Ricinus communis). Though it’s technically a vegetable oil, …