Moxa Stick Ai Tiao 艾条 3-Year Aged Mugwort Roll 8cm for Moxibustion Warming

Pure Moxa Stick, known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条), made from three-year aged mugwort leaves (Artemisia argyi) ground by stone mill into fine moxa wool and hand-rolled into a compact stick. In TCM theory, mugwort is warm in nature and associated with the meridians, traditionally used in moxibustion to support warming and circulation. Intended for external moxibustion use with a holder or box, not for ingestion.

Key Selling Points

• Made from 100% three-year aged mugwort with no additives
• Stone-milled moxa wool hand-rolled into a firm stick
• Ai Tiao (艾条) is a classic external-use item in TCM moxibustion
• 8cm size suited for moxa boxes, holders, and home use
• Traditional warming herb associated with meridian care

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale golden to yellowish moxa wool with a soft, fibrous texture. When lit, it typically gives a steady smolder, a mild herbal smoke aroma, and gentle radiant warmth without harsh odor.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External moxibustion on selected body areas with a moxa box or holder
• Home warming sessions during cold or damp seasons
• Traditional meridian care routines
• Use with smokeless or ventilated moxibustion devices

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, moxa sticks made from aged mugwort are traditionally used in moxibustion, where the lit stick is held near or placed in a box over selected points to apply gentle warmth. Aged moxa is traditionally preferred because it is considered milder and burns more evenly. Commonly paired with moxa boxes, sticks holders, and smoke filters for household sessions.

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