Title : The importance of castor oil for human health
Abstract:
According to a 2022 article, health experts believe castor oil has the following properties: anti-inflammatory. anti-microbial. moisturizing, hydrating, and cleansing due to the fatty acids. castor-oil plant, (Ricinus communis), large plant of the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae), grown commercially for the pharmaceutical and industrial uses of its oil and for use in landscaping Ricinus communis, the castor bean or castor oil plant, is a species of perennial flowering plant in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. It is the sole species in the monotypic genus, Ricinus, and subtribe,
Castor oil is a thick, odorless oil made from the seeds of the castor plant. Its use dates back to ancient Egypt, where it was likely used as fuel for lamps as well as for medicinal and beauty purposes. Cleopatra reportedly used it to brighten the whites of her eyes. Ricinus communis (castor bean) is an herbaceous plant or semi-woody large shrub or small tree (family Euphorbiaceae). It grows quickly in mild climates and has escaped cultivation to become a noxious weed in southern and central California. . This review was conducted to give; (i) a good botanical description of castor (ii) highlight the castor cultivation methods and techniques (iii) outline various common pests, diseases and their treatments (iv) discuss detailed ecology and (v) highlight various local and industrial uses in Iran
