Careful cutting of the hypocotyl of Ricinus communis L. seedlings led to the exudation of pure sieve-tube sap for 2—3 h. This offered the possibility of testing the phloem-loading system qualitatively ...

A vertical as well as horizontal view in the garden is important for both planting beds and containers. That means you need both short and tall plants. A plant that adds height with a tropical and ...

Castor seed oil is derived from the seed of Ricinus communis, a plant found throughout tropical and subtropical countries. [1] Ricinoleic acid is the main component, along with its various salts and ...

Castor oil, which comes from the Ricinus communis plant, is commonly used as a laxative. More recently, there has been a growing interest in its use for skincare. The oil contains a compound called ...

Ricinus communis, a perennial flowering plant native to East Africa and India, appears innocuous at first glance. The wide-leafed plant’s two-meter stalk bears a large seed, deceptively known as a ...

Castor oil is allowed in beauty products, but there isn’t enough research on the safety of using it directly on the skin, including the face. Castor oil is a vegetable oil derived from the seeds of ...

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 component. Share on ...

Casey Gallagher, MD, is a dermatologist and clinical professor in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Colorado Denver. Castor oil, which comes from the Ricinus communis plant, is ...