This plant is growing in a planter that had a plantain pup in it. It looks weird- probably poisonous, should I continue to help it grow or chuck it?
what is this?Virgin islands plant
Ricinus communis...castor bean. Pretty, but very poisenous.
It is indeed the Ricinus communis:
"If ricin is ingested, symptoms may be delayed by up to 36 hours but commonly begin within 2–4 hours. These include a burning sensation in mouth and throat, abdominal pain, purging and bloody diarrhea. Within several days there is severe dehydration, a drop in blood pressure and a decrease in urine. Unless treated, death can be expected to occur within 3–5 days, however in most cases a full recovery can be made."
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castor_oil_plant