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Ricinus communis (common names: Castor oil plant)

Ricinus communis is a member of the genus Ricinus and is commonly known as Castor oil plant; on this page you will find:

  1. Where to buy Ricinus communis plants & price comparison.
  2. Care tips & advice on members' questions.
  3. Photos of Ricinus communis plants in real gardens.


Where to buy

Clicking on any of these plants will give you more information, you only leave this website if you decide to buy. You can see all the Ricinus seeds and bulbs for sale in our garden centre which lists products from over 25 popular websites.

We have 36 photos of Ricinus communis in real gardens

These photos are from real gardens by real gardeners! Just click on one to start exploring.

You can also discover who's growing Ricinus communis.

  • Ricinus flower..... (Ricinus communis (Castor oil plant))
    By Dottydai..
  • Ricinus (Ricinus communis (Castor oil plant))
    By Dottydai..
  • Ricin making a lovely splash of colour.... (Ricinus communis (Castor oil plant))
    By Dottydai..
  • Delightful but deadly....... (Ricinus communis (Castor oil plant))
    By Dottydai..

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Questions on Ricinus communis

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