Carmencita - Ricinus
This shrubby variety has large burgundy palmate leaves and produces spiny red fruits that are highly decorative, but poisonous. It reaches a height of 2 m and should be placed at the back of flower beds.
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in the ground, in nurseries
Sow in a nursery at a temperature of between 16 and 20°C, under a well-lit shelter, 5 weeks before planting. After the last frosts, transplant the whole clump into the ground at a minimum distance of 50 cm, burying the stem up to the first leaves. Water abundantly at the time of planting.
In our climates, where frost is rare, Ricin can become a perennial and grow to 3 or 4m. Generally, it is grown as an annual and will reach a maximum of 2m.
March, April, May
June, July, August, September
in the ground
sunny
medium
drained, light
Ricinus communis
mid-season
10 seeds
Purple
From 150 to 200 cm
From 15 to 50 cm
Ricin Carmencita offers a very rich oil, extracted from its seeds, with powerful medicinal properties. It is also used in homeopathy and cosmetology. However, all parts of the plant are toxic, especially the seeds.