Nianyang Moxa Stick Ai Tiao 5-Year Aged Mugwo 10:1 Ratio 1.8x20cm External Warming Stick

Nanyang Moxa Stick, known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条), is a rolled external-use moxibustion stick made from finely sifted mugwort floss (Artemisia argyi) aged for five years. The 10:1 refined golden floss is tightly rolled into a 1.8 x 20 cm stick for indirect moxa warming over the body surface. In TCM practice, moxa sticks are traditionally associated with warming the channels and supporting circulation. For external use only; keep away from eyes and broken skin.

Key Selling Points

• Rolled moxibustion stick made from five-year aged mugwort floss
• Botanical source is Artemisia argyi, the classic moxa herb of TCM
• 10:1 refined golden floss with a fine, dense texture
• Each stick measures 1.8 x 20 cm for steady, even burning
• Traditionally used for indirect moxa warming over meridian points

Quality & Sensory

The refined floss is typically pale golden and soft with a fine, cotton-like texture. When lit, the stick typically gives a mild herbal smoke with a warm, grassy mugwort aroma characteristic of aged moxa.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Indirect moxibustion over meridian points
• Warming stick for external use on the body surface
• Home moxa sessions on the back, abdomen, or legs
• Traditional practice in TCM clinics and wellness studios

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, moxa sticks made from aged mugwort floss are traditionally used for indirect moxibustion, held near selected points or moved along the channels to apply gentle warmth. Moxa is traditionally associated with warming the meridians, dispelling cold, and supporting circulation. It is commonly used in seasonal wellness routines, especially in cooler months.

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