January 25, 2013

Castor Oil Plant

It has another common name, Palm of Christ, or Palma Christi, that derives from castor oil's reputed ability to heal wounds and cure ailments.

After it was introduced to Sarawak , this plant, which is invasive, has spread all over the state especially along the coastal sandy stretches.



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Plenty of this plant in Sibuti, Lambir, Niah and various parts of Miri

It has many uses in medicine and other applications.

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