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Botanical Name
Ricinus communis Linn.
Common Name
Castor bean plant, Erand (Hindi), Amanakku (Tamil), Erandah (Sanskrit)
Distribution
Throughout India
Religious association
The Swayambu lingam at Koteeswarar Temple at Tirukottaiyur is said to have appeared under this plant.
Uses
The use of castor seed oil in India has been documented since 2000 BC for use in lamps and in local medicine as a laxative.
It is also used in the manufacture of soaps, lubricants, paints and varnishes.