Dried Mugwort Leaf Ai Ye Whole Leaf 500g Chinese Herbal Foot Soak and Moxa Use

Dried Mugwort Leaf, known in TCM as Ai Ye (艾叶), from Artemisia argyi, is a whole-leaf herb valued in traditional Chinese wellness. In TCM theory it is warm, bitter and pungent, associated with the Liver, Spleen and Kidney channels. Traditionally used for foot soaks, moxa preparation and warming herbal blends. Sold as 500g of sun-dried whole leaf.

Key Selling Points

• Whole sun-dried Ai Ye (艾叶) leaves from Artemisia argyi
• 500g pack of large intact leaves for foot soaks or moxa use
• Warm pungent herb in TCM traditionally linked to warming the channels
• Air-dried processing preserves natural leaf aroma and texture
• Sourced from Henan and packed by Yuanshengtang Pharma

Quality & Sensory

The leaves are typically grayish-green with a soft, slightly fuzzy texture and a strong, characteristic herbal aroma. When decocted or soaked, they release a warm, bitter, earthy scent. Whole leaves remain largely intact after drying.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External foot soak
• Herbal decoction for external wash
• Base material for moxa preparation
• Warming herbal bath blend

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Ai Ye is traditionally used to warm the channels, dispel cold and dampness, and support external applications. It is commonly decocted for foot soaks, added to warming bath blends, or processed into moxa for traditional moxibustion practice. Folk use often pairs it with ginger or other warming herbs in seasonal preparations.

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