Euphorbiaceae Ricinus communis L.

Castorbean

Pima - Drug, Cathartic

Use documented by:
Curtin, L. S. M., 1949, By the Prophet of the Earth, Sante Fe. San Vicente Foundation, page 100

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Scientific name: Ricinus communis L.
USDA symbol: RICO3 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Castorbean
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Family (APG): Euphorbiaceae
Native American Tribe: Pima
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Cathartic
Notes: Beans eaten as a purge.

RECRD: 93733 id: 33791

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