Coix lacryma-jobi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 972 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860428
Common Names
- Lacryma-jobi Coix
- Lacryma-jobi Job's Tears
- Lacryma-jobi Job's-tears
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coix lacryma-jobi (also called Job's Tears, Chinese pearl barley, adlay millet, and coixseed, among many other common names) is a species of grass native to Southeast Asia. It is a perennial grass with a short, thick stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Coix lacryma-jobi is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Coix lacryma-jobi var. ma-yuen (Rom.Caill.) StapfCoix lacryma-jobi var. puellarum (Balansa) E.G.Camus & A.Camus
Coix lacryma-jobi var. stenocarpa Oliv.
Coix lacryma-jobi var. lacryma-jobi
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, round. Seedlings: Small, green, with a yellow center.
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Coix lacryma-jobi is a tropical grass that is native to Southeast Asia and parts of India. It is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be planted in a sunny location and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Coix lacryma-jobi
Coix lacryma-jobi can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.
Coix lacryma-jobi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coix lacryma-jobi?
Coix lacryma-jobi
What is the common name of Coix lacryma-jobi?
Common name of Coix lacryma-jobi is not known
Where is Coix lacryma-jobi found?
Coix lacryma-jobi is found in tropical America
Species in the Coix genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30100521-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].