Job's Tears

All about Job's Tears - what they are, how to cook them, where to find them

Job's tears ornamental grass makes an interesting border or container specimen that may get 4 to 6 feet (1.2 to 1.8 m.) tall. These wide arching stems add graceful interest to the garden. Learn more in this article.

Job's Tears is a tall wild roadside herb that produces nature's most perfect beads. Its seed is naturally polished and has a hole, exactly like a bead. Job's tears plants (Coix lacryma-jobi) represent the biblical Job during the challenges he faced. Mala Beads (also known as Malas or Prayer Beads) are excellent meditation aids. They are also used to make Catholic Rosaries. Photo by Alejandra Paiz Valdes decoesferas@gmail.com Guatemala Central America 💦💚💧

In this article, we'll learn more about Job's Tears, its folklore, healing, and magical uses.

In this article, we'll learn more about Job's Tears, its folklore, healing, and magical uses.

This summer, HCCC introduced a new addition to our Craft Garden: the Coix Lacryma Jobi plant, also known as Job’s Tears! This plant produces tear-shaped seeds in a variegated gray color that can be used in jewelry making and beading. These beads are unique, as they grow naturally on the plant, with a hole through the middle and a hard, shiny coating.

Job’s tears (coix lacryma-job’s) aka Ancient Barley is a tall grain bearing perennial tropical plant that is a member of the grass family that is closely related to corn is popular in Asian cultures as a food source and for making jewelry. Job’s tears, also known as Chinese pearl barley, received their name due to […]

"Handmade to the size you need. My parents planted and dried these unique \"beads\" called Job's Tears. They will get shinier from frequent handling from the oils on your skin. Keep them out of water and extreme heat. This bracket is so comfortable to wear. It's so light, you may not even remember it's there. Nickel free."

Did you know you can grow your own beads? Before I tell you how, I shall first begin this post by paying homage to those who have suffered and endured insurmountable loss. Cherokee Legend of the Co…