Premium Tibetan Hotan Juniper Seed Prayer Beads - 5x7mm, 108 Beads. Customizable Design Mala.

Juniper seeds, also known as 'Bai Xiang Zi', are the seeds of the Tibetan cypress tree. Originally from India, they are now grown in Yunnan, Tibet, and Gansu, often planted around temples. These trees are frequently found in temples, and their leaves are often used by monks to make a cleansing bath, believed to wash away impurities of the body and mind. The branches, leaves, and fruits of the cypress tree also possess medicinal properties. Taiwan Derong Collectibles | Tibetan Hotan Juniper Seeds, 5x7mm, Short Barrel Shape | 108 Beads Accents: Yellow Agate Buddha Head | Red Agate | Turquoise ◎ Direct shipping to Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia available. ◎ Meet-up and self-pickup available in Taipei. Customization and pairing services are available upon request. 'Bai Xiang Zi' Bodhi Seeds: Juniper seeds, also known as 'Bai Xiang Zi', are the seeds of the Tibetan cypress tree. Originally from India, they are now grown in Yunnan, Tibet, and Gansu, often planted around temples. These trees are frequently found in temples, and their leaves are often used by monks to make a cleansing bath, believed to wash away impurities of the body and mind. The branches, leaves, and fruits of the cypress tree also possess medicinal properties. The leaves and fruits can be used directly in medicine to clear heat, reduce fire, cool the blood, and detoxify. In ancient times, during widespread plagues, the fruit and leaves of the cypress tree were often boiled to create a bath for sterilization and disease prevention. Craftsmanship Features: Seeds from the Hotan Monastery are plump, with minimal insect damage and clear patterns. After a period of handling, the seeds develop a reddish hue, comparable to Vajra Bodhi seeds, and are even considered more precious. The seeds are generally small. For maintenance, you can soak them in warm water and brush them daily with a bristle brush to keep their surface patterns free of dust, resulting in a beautiful, non-dull patina.