Tasbeeh Dana Seeds - Job's Tears تسبیح دانہ

10 Seeds in the pack 

Tasbeeh Dana (Job’s Tears) is a beautiful and unique ornamental grass, known for its glossy, tear-shaped seeds that resemble prayer beads. These natural, pearl-like grains are traditionally used for making tasbeehs (rosaries), jewelry, and decorative crafts. Apart from its cultural and ornamental use, it’s also valued as a hardy grass that adds texture and charm to gardens.

This plant thrives in warm climates like Pakistan and grows quickly, producing tall green stems with bead-like seeds that harden and turn silvery-grey when mature. A perfect choice for gardeners who love plants with both beauty and purpose.

Growing Instructions:

1. Soil:
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost or organic matter.

2. Sowing Time:
Best sown in spring to early summer (February–June) when temperatures are warm.

3. Sowing Method:

• Soak seeds in water for 12–24 hours before planting to speed up germination.

• Sow directly in the ground or pots about 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep.

• Keep spacing of 10–12 inches between plants.

4. Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Job’s Tears enjoys humid conditions.

5. Sunlight:
Grow in full sun to partial shade. It thrives best with at least 5–6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

6. Germination Time:
Seeds germinate in 10–20 days, depending on temperature and moisture.

7. Harvesting:
When the seed pods harden and turn shiny grey, they’re ready to harvest. Simply cut the stalks and dry them before collecting the beads.

Uses:

• Making tasbeeh (prayer beads) and natural jewelry

• Ornamental grass for garden decoration

• Traditional and folk medicinal uses in some regions