Plum Blossom Moxa Stick Ai Tiao 五年陈艾 Low-Smoke Handheld Moxibustion Bar for Warming Therapy

Plum Blossom Moxa Stick, known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条), is a handheld moxibustion bar made from five-year aged mugwort (Artemisia argyi) leaf wool. The five-sided plum blossom shape supports a steady grip and low-smoke burning. In TCM practice, moxa sticks are traditionally used to apply gentle warmth to acupuncture points and meridian areas. For external use only; keep away from skin contact and flammable materials.

Key Selling Points

• Five-year aged mugwort wool for smoother, low-smoke burning
• Five-sided plum blossom shape designed for comfortable handheld use
• Made from Artemisia argyi leaf material in the traditional moxa style
• Suitable for point-focused warming in traditional moxibustion practice
• Produced by a Henan-based moxa manufacturer with decades of processing experience

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden to yellowish-brown in color with a soft, fibrous texture. When lit, it typically produces a mild herbal smoke with a warm, grassy mugwort aroma and a slow, even burn.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Handheld warming of acupuncture points and sore areas
• Traditional moxibustion sessions at home or in a studio
• Seasonal warming routines during cold or damp weather
• Complementary use alongside massage or meridian care

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, moxa sticks made from aged mugwort wool are traditionally used to apply indirect heat to points along the meridians, a method associated with warming the channels and supporting circulation. The stick is lit and held a short distance from the skin or used with a moxa box. Aged moxa is traditionally preferred for a milder smoke and steadier burn.

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