Coix
Coix · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Coix, is a versatile medicinal plant primarily celebrated for its nutrient-rich seeds, often called Job's tears. Widely used in traditional Asian medicine, it possesses powerful diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and skin-healing properties. This resilient grain serves as both a functional superfood and a potent natural therapeutic agent.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CoixDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several key regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, its distribution is specifically noted in both Austria and Germany. Moving toward the western territories, the species can be found throughout Southwestern Europe, including France and Spain. Additionally, the plant extends its reach into Southeastern Europe, where it is documented in Greece. This diverse range demonstrates its ability to thrive in various European climates and landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe |
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Coix has 1 reported plant parts identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 6 supporting sources | ★★★☆☆ |
Seed
- Foods (Basel, Switzerland)
- Current research in food science
- Toxins
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
View 1 additional sources
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
Preparations
Coix has 1 reported preparations identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include coix oil.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Coix oil | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Coix oil
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica