Euphorbiaceae Ricinus communis L.

Castorbean

Diegueno - Drug, Dermatological Aid

Use documented by:
Hedges, Ken, 1986, Santa Ysabel Ethnobotany, San Diego Museum of Man Ethnic Technology Notes, No. 20, page 37

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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: Diegueno
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Bean nuts mashed to make an ointment, similar to cold cream, and used for acne and pimples.

RECRD: 2538 id: 33783

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