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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Removing endocarp improves germination.

Native to: India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaya, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

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Coix lacryma-jobiCoix lacryma-jobi

Adlay Millet, Job's Tears

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In Stock: 2.46 lb (Total:3.912lb)

Coix lacryma-jobi

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Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

1,267

Quantity:

2.46 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836004

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: Removing endocarp improves germination.

Native to: India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaya, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam

Native

Introduced

Discover the versatile and ornamental Coix lacryma-jobi, commonly known as Job's Tears. This remarkable plant, native to Southeast Asia and now thriving in many southern regions of the United States, is celebrated for its striking tear-drop shaped seeds. Named by Carl Linnaeus, it serves a myriad of purposes from culinary to decorative. In tropical and subtropical climates, Job's Tears is a perennial grass, reaching heights of about 3 feet, while in cooler zones it's grown as an annual, requiring 120 to 140 days to harvest.

Job's Tears is as functional as it is beautiful. After removing the hard husk, its seeds transform into chewy grains perfect for consumption, whether cooked into hearty dishes, brewed into nourishing barley tea, or incorporated in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Its hardy seeds also make exquisite beads for creating jewelry and embellishing attire. Enjoy the graceful presence of Coix lacryma-jobi in your garden by providing full sun to part shade, and moist to wet soil. Whether cultivated in greenhouses or pots, or directly sown, this water-loving plant will flourish, adding both beauty and utility to your space.