Castor Bean Impala
Botanical Interests Packet
Beautiful, large, bronze-red leaves and scarlet seed heads create a dramatic, tropical effect in the garden. Heat- and fairly drought-tolerant, dwarf-sized plant attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators. Grown commercially for the extract of castor oil. CAUTION: Plant parts are extremely toxic if ingested, and some people experience contact dermatitis.
Approximate Seeds per Pkt: 6
Botanical Name:Â Ricinus communis
Family:Â Euphorbiaceae
Native:Â Probably Africa
Hardiness:Â Perennial in USDA zones 8-11; otherwise treated as an annual
Plant Dimensions: 4’–6′ tall
Variety Information:Â Creamy yellow flowers followed by prickly scarlet husks that contain brown, speckled seeds.
Exposure:Â Full sun
Bloom Period:Â Summer to frost
Attributes:Â Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
MFG Part Number: 1181