Wild Dried Mugwort Leaves Ai Ye 500g Loose Chinese Herb for Foot Soak and Moxibustion Use

Dried Mugwort Leaf, known in TCM as Ai Ye (艾叶), from Artemisia argyi. These loose dried leaves are harvested from wild-grown plants and simply air-dried to preserve their natural character. In TCM theory, Ai Ye is warm in nature with a bitter and pungent flavor, traditionally associated with the liver, spleen, and kidney channels. It is commonly prepared as a foot soak, decoction, or moxibustion material. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested dried mugwort leaves from China
• Botanical source Artemisia argyi known in TCM as Ai Ye
• Traditionally valued for warming and dispelling cold in TCM practice
• Loose whole leaves suitable for foot soaks and herbal decoctions
• 500g bulk pack for regular home herbal use

Quality & Sensory

The dried leaves typically show a grayish-green to deep green color with a soft, slightly crumbly texture. They carry a characteristic aromatic, camphor-like mugwort scent. When simmered, the liquid typically turns light amber with a warm herbal aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer leaves in water for a traditional warm foot soak
• Prepare a herbal decoction for external washing
• Use as a moxibustion or warming compress material
• Add to bath water for a traditional herbal soak

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Ai Ye is traditionally used to warm the meridians, dispel cold and dampness, and support circulation. It is a classic ingredient in folk foot-soak blends, often paired with ginger or Sichuan pepper for a warming bath. Mugwort is also the traditional material for moxibustion, where processed mugwort is burned near acupuncture points. Seasonal use is common around the Dragon Boat Festival, when mugwort is hung for its aromatic properties.

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