| ID | 592 |
| Crop ID | Castor Oil Plant |
| Part | Seed |
| Use Category | Medicinal |
| Notes | The oil from the seed is a very well-known laxative that has been widely used for over 2,000 years. It is considered to be fast, safe and gentle, prompting a bowel movement in 3 - 5 hours, and is recommended for both the very young and the aged. It is so effective that it is regularly used to clear the digestive tract in cases of poisoning. The seed is anthelmintic, cathartic, emollient, laxative, purgative. |
| Metadata ID | 7,977 |