Ai Ye / Ai Cao, commonly known as Mugwort, is a fundamental herb in TCM, particularly notable for its use in “moxibustion.” It is considered a warm, bitter herb that is essential for conditions involving “Cold” in the lower part of the body.
Product Overview
- Botanical Name: Artemisia argyi
- Taste: Bitter, Acrid
- Temperature: Warm (slightly toxic in large doses)
- Meridians: Liver, Spleen, Kidney
Intended Use & Functions
Ai Ye is primarily used to warm the meridians and stop bleeding. It is unique because most herbs that stop bleeding are cooling, whereas Ai Ye is specifically for bleeding caused by “Cold” and “Deficiency.”
- The primary herb for dispelling “Cold” from the lower Jiao (pelvic region) to regulate menstruation, and add warmth to the uterus.
- Used to support pregnancy and to treat “restless fetus” or vaginal bleeding during pregnancy caused by cold deficiency.
- Assists in alleviating pain caused by cold or damp obstructions, particularly in the joints and abdomen.
- When processed into “moxa wool,” it is burned over acupuncture points to stimulate blood flow and strengthen the body’s Yang energy.
Typical Treatments
- Gynecological Issues: Used for menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), irregular periods, infertility due to a “Cold Womb,” and excessive uterine bleeding (metrorrhagia).
- Abdominal Pain: Treats cold-type stomach aches or abdominal pain that feels better with the application of heat.
- Skin Conditions: Used as a topical wash for itchy skin rashes, eczema, or fungal infections due to its dampness-clearing and antiseptic properties.
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