In this paper the spread of one of the strong
toxic lectin – Ricin extracted from castor plant (Ricinus
communis), having deadly action and purposefully using
for the arranging of terrorist acts is described. It is pity
that to save people poisoned with Ricin practically is
impossible because of the absence of proper antidote to
Ricin. Unfortunately, lectin – Ricin especially dangerous
is for children, as beautiful leaves and fruit of this plant
are very attractive for them. They make beads from its
fruit and wear them around their necks. Based on the
above-said, at detection of castor plant, it should be
immediately timely uprooted and destroyed to avoid a
danger of the spread of this deadly beautiful plant in the
places available for the children. It is pity that several
cases of the poisoning with this plant have already been
recorded.
Keywords : Lectin – Ricin, Ricinus Communis, Terrorist Acts.