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: Ricinus communis

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Native: Probably Africa

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 8-11; otherwise treated as an annual

Plant Dimensions: 4'–6' tall

Variety Information: Creamy yellow flowers followed by prickly scarlet husks that contain brown, speckled seeds.

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Attributes: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

MFG Part Number: 1181