castor oil plant · Fertilizing

castor oil plant · Ricinus communis
Also known as: castor bean; hands of Christ; Jonah's gourd; man's motherwort; mole bean; mole plant; oil plant; palma-Christi; palms of Christ; steadfast

Plant out after the last frosts in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Stake in exposed sites

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunTOXIC if eaten, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]