Item MD-Z18-K

Camo Colored Zafu Cushion

Name: Camo Colored Zafu Cushion
Brand: Buddha Groove
SKU: MD-Z18-K
Price: 38.00 USD
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Round pleated cushion for seated meditation, filled with buckwheat hulls that yield to the body and hold firm support. The traditional zafu form lifts the hips above the knees so the pelvis tilts forward and the spine rises unforced. Set it in a corner for morning practice, or lift it by the side handle for yoga class.

Details

Design: A round, pleated meditation cushion in camo-toned cotton twill, finished with a sturdy side handle for easy carrying and placement
Size: 16 inches in diameter, 5 inches high, weighs approximately 6 pounds
Material: Cover: 100% cotton twill. Insert: chemically untreated buckwheat hulls. Zip-off cover
Care: Machine wash the zippered cover and let it air dry. Leave the buckwheat insert as is, airing it occasionally to keep it fresh
Note: Because the insert is filled with natural buckwheat hulls, firmness and loft may vary slightly from cushion to cushion
Origin: Cover made in India. Buckwheat hulls harvested in the USA

Meaning & Intention

The zafu has served as the meditator's seat for centuries. Its name means "sitting cushion" in Japanese Zen practice, and its round form is deliberate: a circle with no beginning or end, echoing the wholeness sought in stillness.

Sitting atop one lifts the hips above the knees so the pelvis tilts forward and the spine rises unforced.

The muted, military-toned pattern strips away ornament. Meditation asks little of its setting, only a willingness to sit down and be present.

Buckwheat hulls, the traditional fill, settle rather than spring back, much like the mind is asked to do in practice.

A dedicated seat has a way of turning meditation from an occasional intention into an actual habit.

Essence & Elements

Intention: Grounding, stability, presence, calm

Chakra connection: Root (Muladhara)

Ideal for: Seated meditation, yoga and pranayama, breathwork, floor seating

Suggested mantra: Rooted in stillness

Questions & Guidance

How firm does it feel to sit on?

The buckwheat fill offers firm, stable support and gradually shapes to your seat rather than compressing flat. It yields more than foam but stays supportive through longer sits.

Does it work for anything besides meditation?

Yes. It supports yoga, pranayama, breathwork, or any floor session that benefits from elevated hip height and better spinal alignment.

How should I sit on it for meditation?

Perch on the front third of the cushion so your hips rest higher than your knees. This tilts the pelvis forward and lets the spine stack naturally, easing strain during longer sits.