The shrub Ricinus communis 'Carmencita' (red castorbean) bears white flowers during early summer to late summer. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, bold in texture and semi-evergreen. Ricinus communis 'Carmencita' (red castorbean) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Ricinus communis 'Carmencita' (red castorbean) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, container, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Ricinus communis 'Carmencita' tolerates drought, pollution and salt.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Ricinus communis 'Carmencita' (red castorbean) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Ricinus communis 'Carmencita' (red castorbean) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
