Reishi

Scientific Name: Ganoderma lucidum

Botanical Family: Polyporaceae

Plant Type: Fungus

Geographical Origin: East Asia; cultivated

Species/Variety: Ganoderma lucidum


Description

Woody shelf fungus used as tonic.

Therapeutic Properties

Immune modulator; Adaptogen-like

Temperament

Neutral

How to Use

Capsules; Tea (decoction)

Dosage

Per label

Precautions

Anticoagulant interactions; hypotension

Replacement / Alternatives

Maitake; Astragalus

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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