Moxa Cones Ai Zhu 54 Count Aged Mugwort Moxibustion Cones for Warming Therapy

Moxa Cones, known in TCM as Ai Zhu (艾柱), are compact cones made from aged mugwort floss derived from Artemisia argyi leaves. Each board contains 54 cones designed for moxibustion, a traditional practice in which mugwort is burned near or on the skin surface to apply gentle warmth. In TCM theory, mugwort is considered warm in nature and associated with warming the channels. Intended for external use with proper moxibustion tools and safety precautions.

Key Selling Points

• Set of 54 moxa cones supplied on one board for convenient use
• Made from aged mugwort floss traditionally valued for moxibustion
• Botanical source is Artemisia argyi, the classic mugwort used in Chinese moxa
• Compact cone form suitable for use with moxibustion holders or boxes
• Produced by an experienced mugwort processing company based in Nanyang, Henan

Quality & Sensory

Aged moxa cones typically show a soft, pale golden-green floss texture with a dense, even press. When lit, they typically give a mild herbal smoke with a warm, grassy mugwort aroma characteristic of aged ai ye.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• External moxibustion sessions at home with a moxa box or holder
• Warming applications on selected points in traditional practice
• Use by practitioners in wellness or body-care settings
• Seasonal warming routines during cold weather

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, moxa cones made from aged mugwort floss are burned near acupuncture points or specific areas of the body to deliver gentle heat, a method known as jiu fa. Moxibustion is traditionally associated with warming the meridians, supporting circulation, and dispelling cold, and it is often used during colder seasons or alongside acupuncture in folk and clinical settings.

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