The Materia Medica of the Hindus, compiled from Sanskrit Medical Works c5.s20.t2.9

c5.s20.t2.9

In affections of the eyes, castor oil leaves and root are used in a variety of forms and several prescriptions containing them are given by most writers. A decoction of the bark, leaves and root of the plant, in goat's milk and water is recommended for use as a wash in recent ophthalmia.³