In the Orthodox tradition, a bundle of natural or artificial fibers with a handle is used as a sprinkleran aspergillum. In particular, on Mount Athos, a bunch of basil shoots often serves as a sprinkleran aspergillum. In Western churches, the sprinkler aspergillum usually has a spherical ending with a sponge. In a number of churches, sprinkling is not used, and the priest pours water on the faithful directly from the palm of his hand.

As a rule, with the help of this tool, aspergillum is used by the priest sprinkles holy water on the flock in a cross-shaped manner. During the funeral service, holy water is sprinkled on the coffin with the deceased. Sprinkles Aspergillums are also used in the blessing of housewarminga new home.