Castor oil is a plant substance that has rat and mouse repellent properties. It is widely used in agriculture to protect crops from these rodents, as it is very effective. In addition, castor oil is also a good home remedy to get rid of mouse ulcers. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about castor oil: where to get it, what it is for and how to use it to scare away rats and mice. Let’s get started!
What is castor oil?
Castor oil is extracted from castor beans, a plant that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. Castor beans are very oleaginous, that is, they are very rich in oil. In fact, 70% of its weight is oil. Castor oil is widely used in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industry due to its beneficial properties for the skin. It is also used to lubricate engines and machines, as it is a very viscous oil.
But in this article we are particularly interested in its use as a repellent against rats and mice. And castor oil is a very effective remedy to scare away these rodents. Indeed, rats and mice cannot stand the smell of castor oil, which makes it very repulsive. In addition, castor oil is a very greasy substance, so it is also difficult for them to walk on it.
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