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genus rici·nus

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  1. Ricinus, genus Ricinusnoun

    a genus of herb having only one known species: castor-oil plant

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  1. genus ricinus

    The genus Ricinus, commonly known as the castor oil plant, belongs to the spurge family Euphorbiaceae. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Ricinus and subtribe Ricininae. It is a fast-growing, hardy perennial plant that can reach large sizes quickly. The leaves are large and palmately lobed, with 5–12 lobes. The plant is known for its high oil content and the production of castor oil. It is also notable for a high level of toxicity due to the presence of a poison called ricin.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus ricinus in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus ricinus in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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