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Castor Bean (Ricinus communis) is one of the most toxic plants in the U.S. and is invasive in many areas of California and the world. It's also prized and cultivated for its bean, a source of castor oil, which has many industrial uses. The bean produces ricin, a deadly poison which can cause a painful death in humans and pets over a short time. Ricin has been used in assassinations and attempted poisonings and even been studied for use in military weapons.

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Uploaded on July 19, 2024
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