Fast growing eye-catching plant with striking purple 2' leaves and stalks. Castor oil is extracted from the seeds but the seeds themselves are extremely toxic. They contain ricin for which there is no antidote. The pressed oil does not contain ricin and is used for constipation and nervous disorders. It is used in soaps, cosmetics, crayons, candles, varnishes, lubricating oils (Castrol), carbon paper, leather preservatives, and fabric water-proofing. It is also used as a cockroach repellant and fabric dye. The plant residue is used as fertilizer and pressed into particle board. Packet(Standard): $3.50; 1/2 oz: $12.00; 1 oz: $20.00 - 140 seeds/oz