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What is Job's Tears

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Job's Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Job's Tears?

Job's Tears, scientifically known as Coix lacryma-jobi, is a perennial grass native to regions including Andaman Islands, Assam, Bangladesh, and Southeast Asia. Job's Tears (Latin: Coix lacryma-jobi, family Poaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.

Is Job's Tears safe?

Job's Tears is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.

Where does Job's Tears grow?

Job's Tears is a member of the Poaceae family native to AND, ASS, BAN, BOR, CBD, and CHC. Job's Tears thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).

Can I grow Job's Tears at home?

Job's Tears grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.

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