Moxa Sticks Ai Zhu 艾柱 5-Year Aged Moxibustion Cones 54 Count 2.0 x 3.3 cm Hand Rolled Pure Moxa Wool

Aged Moxa Cones, known in TCM as Ai Zhu (艾柱), are hand-rolled cones of refined moxa wool prepared from dried Artemisia argyi leaves. This 54-piece box contains larger 2.0 x 3.3 cm cones made from five-year aged mugwort, a form traditionally used in moxibustion to apply gentle warmth to the skin. In TCM practice, moxa is traditionally associated with warming the channels and supporting circulation. For external warming use only; do not ingest.

Key Selling Points

• Hand-rolled moxa cones made from refined five-year aged moxa wool
• Larger 2.0 x 3.3 cm size with 54 cones per box
• Botanical source is Artemisia argyi, the traditional Chinese mugwort used in moxibustion
• Traditionally used in TCM moxibustion to apply gentle warmth to the body surface
• Suitable for home warming sessions, massage settings, and use with moxibustion holders

Quality & Sensory

Aged moxa wool typically appears soft golden yellow with a fine, fluffy, cotton-like texture. When lit, it typically produces a steady smolder with a mild herbal smoke and a warm, grassy mugwort aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External moxibustion warming on the skin surface
• Use with moxibustion boxes, holders, or sticks
• Warm application in massage and wellness settings
• Seasonal warming routines in traditional practice

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, moxibustion with Ai Zhu has long been used to apply indirect heat to acupuncture points and areas of stiffness or cold sensation. Traditionally associated with warming the channels, dispelling cold, and supporting circulation, moxa cones are commonly lit and held near or placed on the skin with a protective barrier. Practitioners often pair moxibustion with seasonal wellness routines, particularly in colder months.

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