Moxa Sticks Ai Tiao 艾条 Artemisia argyi Moxibustion Rolls 1.8 x 20 cm for Warming Therapy and Indoor Use

Moxa Sticks, known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条), are tightly rolled rolls made from dried mugwort leaves of Artemisia argyi. In TCM theory, mugwort is warm in nature and traditionally associated with warming the channels and supporting circulation. These sticks are commonly used for moxibustion, indoor smudging, and seasonal outdoor use. Light only in well-ventilated areas and keep away from flammable materials.

Key Selling Points

• Rolled from dried mugwort leaves of Artemisia argyi
• Known in TCM as Ai Tiao (艾条) for moxibustion practice
• 1.8 x 20 cm sticks suitable for handheld or device use
• Traditionally associated with warming the body and dispelling dampness
• Versatile for moxibustion, indoor incense, and summer outdoor use

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale to deep green with a soft fibrous texture and a characteristic herbal mugwort aroma when unlit. When burned, the smoke is typically mild and grassy with a warm, slightly bitter herbal scent.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Moxibustion warming therapy on selected points
• Indoor smudging to freshen the air
• Outdoor summer use around patios and campsites
• Traditional wellness practice at home or studio

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, moxa sticks are lit and held near acupuncture points or along meridians to apply gentle warmth, a method traditionally used to support circulation and ease cold sensations. Mugwort has also been burned traditionally to purify indoor air and, in folk custom, hung or burned in summer to help repel insects. Commonly paired with ginger or salt in indirect moxibustion.

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