（蓖麻籽)这种植物是世界上毒性最大的。Guinness World Records, this plant is most poisonous in the world.。kegunaan benih jaraK.

蓖麻油本身刺激性小，可作为皮肤滑润剂用于皮炎及其他皮肤病，作成油膏剂用于烫伤及溃疡，种子的糊剂用于皮肤黑热病的溃疡，此外可用于眼睑炎；作为溶剂以除去眼的刺激物，局部应用于阴道及子宫颈疾患。

【毒性】蓖麻子中含蓖麻毒蛋白及蓖麻碱，特别是前者，可引起中毒。4～7岁小儿服蓖麻子2～7粒可引起中毒、致死。成人20粒可致死。非洲产蓖麻子2粒可使成人致死，小儿仅需一粒，但也有报告服24粒后仍能恢复者。蓖麻毒蛋白可能是一种蛋白分解酶，7毫克即可使成人死亡。蓖麻子中毒后之症状有：头痛、胃肠炎、体温上升、白细胞增多、血象左移、无尿、黄疸、冷汗、频发痉挛、心血管虚脱：中毒症状之发生常有一较长的潜伏期。蓖麻毒蛋白引起大鼠急性中毒，主要产生肝及肾的伤害，碳水化物代谢紊乱，蓖麻中的凝集素可与血球起凝集作用。湖州农村将蓖麻子炒热吃未见中毒，可能由于加热使蓖麻毒蛋白破坏。

【炮制】敲碎种子外壳，拣取种仁用。

①《雷公炮炙论》："凡使蓖麻子，先须和皮用盐汤煮半日，去皮取子研过用。"

②《本草蒙筌》："蓖麻子，修制忌铁。"

【性味】甘辛，平，有毒。

①《唐本草》："甘辛，平，有小毒。"

②《玉楸药解》："味苦，气平。"

【归经】入大肠。肺经。

①《雷公炮制药性解》："入脾、大肠二经。"

②《本草再新》："入肝、脾、肺三经。"

③《本草撮要》："入手太阴，足太阳经。"

【功用主治】消肿拔毒，泻下通滞。治痈疽肿毒，瘰疬，喉痹，疥癞癣疮，水肿腹满，大便燥结。

①《唐本草》："主水癥。"

②《日华子本草》："治水胀腹满，细研水服；疮痍疥癞，亦可研敷。"

③《本草衍义补遗》："能出有形质之滞物，故取胎产、胞衣、剩骨、脓血者用之。"

④《纲目》："主偏风不遂，失音口噤，头风耳聋，舌胀，喉痹，齁喘，脚气毒肿，丹瘤，汤火伤，针刺入肉，女人胎衣不下，子肠挺出，开通关窍经络，能止诸痛，消肿追脓拔毒。"

【用法与用量】外用：捣敷或调敷。内服：入丸剂、生研或炒食。

《本草经疏》："脾胃薄弱、大肠不固之人，慎勿轻用。"

【临床应用】①治疗颜面神经麻痹

取蓖麻子去壳捣成泥状，敷于患侧下颌关节及口角部(厚约0.3厘米)，外加纱布绷带固定。每日换药1次。治疗3例，均于10天内痊愈。

②中毒与解毒

蓖麻子中所含毒质受热后即破坏。故中毒者多为生食后发生。曾报告3例小儿，生服蓖麻子仁2～7粒后发生持续呕吐，并伴腹痛，其中1例严重者神志模糊，出现脱水征象，手足发冷，瞳孔散大，对光反应迟钝。经按一般中毒常规处理及对症治疗，均渐恢复。

BENEFITS OF USING CASTOR OIL

The main chemical constituents of Castor Carrier Oil are: Ricinoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 Fatty Acid), α-Linolenic Acid (Alpha-Linolenic Acid - Omega-3 Fatty Acid), Stearic Acid, and Palmitic Acid.

RICINOLEIC ACID is known to:

• Relieve pain caused by muscle aches and joint pain
• Soothe itching, swelling, inflammation, cuts, and fungal infections
• Fight acne-causing bacteria and relieve acne-prone skin
• Exhibit antimicrobial activity
• Clear congestion
• Boost circulation
• Boost hair growth
• Soften and hydrate both hair and skin with deep moisture while repairing breakage
• Balance hormones
• Eliminate bodily toxins by supporting the lymphatic system
• Makes up almost 90% of Castor Oil
• Have you heard of Ricinus Communis? This castor-oil-plant or castor bean is the species of species of perennial flowering plant in the spurge family or belongs to Euphorbiaceae. Castor plant itself has tall branched shrub which reaches a height of up to 4 m. Also, the leaves of Ricinus Communis are seen in spirals with coarsely toothed segments. It has the greenish or reddish purple fruits as well.
  

  The leaves of Ricinus communis plant contain the good nutritional value such as protein, fat, carbohydrate, fiber, and minerals. Indeed, Ricinus communis contains the excellent nutrients in it.
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  As the consequence, to give you more information, then we have listed Ricinus communis health benefits below.
  1. Promotes Digestive Health
  One of Ricinus communis health benefits is to promote the work of healthy digestion system. In this case, the oil and seed of Ricinus communis have been used for the natural treatment for certain digestion problems. Indeed, it has a role in preventing constipation and gut problems. Ricinus is due to the presence of laxative effect and Ricinoleic acid to promote the healthy intestinal system. Moreover, it takes part in promoting the fluid secretion as well. For the tips, to have healthy digestion, all you need is to add healthy foods such as Ricinus communis and fiber foods for the consumption for sure.
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  2. Prevents Inflammation
  The oil of Ricinus communis has been used for external application to heal certain diseases. It becomes the natural treatment for inflammation of the middle ear and headaches as well. Moreover, it has anti-inflammatory effects to heals body inflammation such as rheumatism.
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  3. Treats Joint Pains
  Those, Ricinus communis oil can be applied to treat joint pains. stretch can heal the inflammation as well. To have this benefit, all you need it to apply the oil on the affected area. Such the great benefit, right?
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  4. Treats Arthritis
  One of the abilities of Ricinus communis is to treat body inflammation. In this case, it will be valuable to treat arthritis which related to the inflammation. Moreover, the oil of Ricinus communis is also good to relieve other kinds of inflammation such as muscle aches and back ache as well.
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  5. Treat Rheumatism
  As the consequence, the components in Ricinus communis can help to heal rheumatism. In this case, the presence of The Ricinoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid and other fatty acids can help to prevent inflammation such as rheumatism. Indeed, Ricinus communis has shown the positive result to treat certain diseases.
  
  
  6. Treats Allergy
  

  One of the great Ricinus communis health benefits is to treat allergy. At this point, oil of Ricinus communis can help to deal with this problem. You can apply the thin layer of oil to the affected area and leave it for a few hours. Then, with the regular use of it, Ricinus communis will help you to get rid of allergies.
  
  
  7. Prevents Infections
  It is shown that the presence of the anti-inflammatory effect in Ricinus communis can help to prevent infections. At this point, it shows the positive result in treating urinary tract infections. As the consequence, you can apply the oil of Ricinus Communis on the affected part to reduce vaginal and urinary infections.
  
  
  8. Treats A Sore Throat
  One of Ricinus communis health benefits is to treat a sore throat which related to the inflammation. In China, the medicine made of Ricinus communis have helped people to treat a sore throat and ulcers as well. Thus, if you want to have such a great natural treatment, then having Ricinus communis is such a great way to do.
  9. Treats Menstrual Disorders
  For those women who have menstrual disorders, then it is recommended to have Ricinus communis oil as it will help you to deal with this problem. It turns out that the presence of ricinoleic acid in this one can help you treat the delayed, painful, or obstructed menstruation. Moreover, it can relieve the pain during menstruation period as well.
  10. Acts as Birth Control
  Ricin contained in Ricinus communis will help to control the birth. It turns out that it has effects to in this benefit due to the presence of ricin in seeds of Ricinus Communis. Moreover, you have to take this one in small doses. Otherwise, the usage for pregnant women can lead to abortion.
  11. Promotes Lactation
  The next health benefit provided by Ricinus communis is to promote lactation. In this case, it acts as galactagogues to stimulate the milk secretion. The oil of Ricinus communis can help to increase the milk quantity as it contains the fatty acids. Therefore, it is recommended for women who do breastfeeding to have Ricinus Communis in order to promote lactation for sure.
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  12. Prevents Insomnia
  Have you ever suffered from insomnia? Then, to treat this kind of problems, Ricinus communis is something that can be taken into account. For this case, you can apply the ricinus communis oil on the eyelids before sleeping. As a result, it will make you relax and induce sleep. Moreover, it is also recommended to consume milk before bed time to ensure that you will have a good sleep quality then.
  
  
  13. Cures Wounds and Burns
  If you suffer from wounds and burns, then having Ricinus communis can help you a lot. At this point, the oil made of Ricinus communis can help you to heal bruises and wounds. Due to its anti-inflammatory effects, then it will prevent the infections on wounds and burns. As the consequence, you can apply the oil to the affected area for having the good natural treatment.
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  14. Boosts Circulation
  

  It is known that oil of Ricinus communis can help to boost circulation. In this case, it is being responsible for pumping blood to and from the heart. It also promotes the oxygen transport to the cells and detoxes the body as well. As a result, it will also promote the balancing hormones naturally which may lead to the libido improvement.
  Manfaat Khasiat Daun dan Buah Tanaman Jarak

  
  

  Di Jawa Barat disebut 'Kaliki'. Di Sumatera, jarak dikenal dengan nama Dulang ada juga yang menyebutnya dengan Gloah. Di Madura, jarak disebut dengan Kalek. Tanaman ini merupakan sumber minyak jarak, dan mengandung zat ricin, sejenis toksin yang mematikan. Pohon jarak merupakan satu-satunya tumbuhan yang bijinya kaya akan asam lemak hidroksi, yaitu asam ricinoleat.

  
  

  Mengobati koreng, ambil 20 biji jarak dan buang kulitnya, lumatkan menjadi berbentuk bubur, ditambah sedikit garam, aduk hingga rata. Setelah itu langsung ditempelkan pada bagian yang sakit. Lakukan 2 kali sehari. Kelumpuhan otot wajah, caranya adalah lumatkan biji jarak, tempelkan pada sendi Mandibular dan lengkungan mulut, satu kali sehari dan lakukan sampai sembuh. Untuk bengkak, daun jarak dikukus hingga layu, kemudian dibungkus dan diletakkan pada bagian yang sakit. Penyakit Hernia: Lumatkan daun jarak ditambah sedikit garam, kemudian tempelkan di titik tengah telapak kaki. Mengobati koreng: Daun segar direndam dengan air panas, kemudian ditempelkan ke bagian yang sakit.

  

  Ambil daun Jarak yang tua dan segar, di cuci bersih kemudian di tumbuk halus dan ditambah dengan air secukupnya. Oleskan pada bagian tubuh yang sakit atau terkena exim, gatal, dan sebagainya. Atau bisa juga di compres dan biarkan selama beberapa jam lalu diganti dengan yang baru. Gejala intoksikasi pemakaian Jarak adalah sakit kepala, muntaber, panas, leukositosis, keringat dingin, kejang-kejang, prostration. Sementara efek sampingnya adalah nyeri perut, gatal diseluruh tubuh, eksim, biduran, serak, pembengkakan pangkal tenggorokan, gatal pada tenggorokan, pengelupasan kulit telapak tangan dan kaki, menggigil, dan demam. Cara menghilangkan toksin pada biji dan daun jarak bisa dilakukan dengan cara memanaskan 100°C atau lebih selama 20 menit atau cukup direbus selama 2 jam. Namun, khasiat antikanker-nya menghilang jika dipanaskan.Biasanya dikenal juga kaliki atau kalek.

  

  ematik dan mampu menenangkan. Pada bijinya terasa manis, pedas namun netral. Biji jarak banyak digunakan sebagai obat kanker rahim, hernia, rematik, TBC dsb.Cara Mengolah dan Meramu Tanaman Jarak:

  1. Untuk Mengobati Penyakit Koreng:

  • Siapkanlah sebanyak 20 biji jarak
  • Buanglah kulitnya
  • Lumatlanlah menjadi berbentuk bubur,
  • Tambahkanlah sedikit garam dan aduklah rata
  • Tempelkanlah di tempat sakit 2 kali sehari.

  2. Untuk Menyembuhkan Penyakit Prolapsus uterus dan rectum:

  • Siapkanlah biji jarak
  • Lumatkanlah biji tersebut
  • Tempelkanlah pada titik Pai hui yang terletak di kepala.

  3. Untuk Mengatasi Kesulitan melahirkan dan retensi placenta:

  • Siapkanlah biji jarak
  • Lumatkanlah biji tersebut
  • Tempelkanlah ke titik akupunktur Yungchuan (VIII/1 = K-1) yang terletak di tengah-tengah telapak kaki.

  4. Untuk Menyembuhkan Kelumpuhan otot wajah:

  • Siapkanlah biji jarak
  • Lumatkanlah biji tersebut
  • Tempelkanlah pada sendi mandibular dan lengkungan mulut, 1 x hari, selama 10 hari.

  5. Untuk Mengobati Bengkak

  • Siapkanlah daun dari tanaman jarak
  • Kukuslah daun tersebut sampai matang
  • Bungkuslah dan tempatkanlah ke bagian yang sakit.

  7. Untuk Mengobati Penyakit Hernia:

  • Siapkanlah daun jarak, dan sedikit garam
  • Lumatkanlah semua bahan tadi
  • Tempelkanlah di titik tengah telapak kaki.

  

  8. Untuk Mengobati Penyakit Koreng;

  • Siapkanlah daun segar jarak
  • Rendamlah dalam air panas sampai lemas
  • Tempelkanlah ke tempat sakit.

  9. Untuk Mengobati Penyakit rheumatik persendian, epilepsi (Ayan)

  • Siapkanlah akar dari tanaman jarak sebanyak 15 – 30 gram
  • Rebuslah semua bahan tadi
  • Minumlah hasilnya

  Peringatan Penting:

  Biji jarak memiliki efek samping, di antaranya adalah nyeri perut, gatal pada liang kemaluan, gatal seluruh tubuh,

  Ju menyebabkan eczema, biduran (Urticaria), serak, pembengkakan larynx, gatal pada tenggorokan, pengelupasan kulit telapak tangan dan kaki, menggigil, demam, yang hilang dengan obat-obat symptomatik.

  Penting diingat bahwa biji segar dari tanaman jarak adalah sangat beracun, yang bisa dihilangkan dengan cara direbus selama 2 jam atau dengan pemanasan 100 derajat Celcius selama 20 menit.

  Jika diolah secara tidak benar bisa menimbulkan keracunan dengan gejala: sakit kepala, muntah berak, panas,

  

  leukositosis, gambaran darah putih bergeser kekiri, produksi kencing terhenti, keringat dingin, kejang-kejang, prostration, meninggal.

  Kematian dapat terjadi dengan menelan 20 biji jarak pada orang dewasa dan 2 – 7 biji pada anak-anak.

  Cara menghilangkan racunnya dilakukan dengan memanaskan 100 derajat Celcius atau lebih selama 20 menit atau direbus selama 2 jam.