Bulk Herbs: Reishi Mushroom, Organic
Size: 1 oz package
Format: Large cut pieces
Plant Part: Fungus (fruit)
Also Known as: Ling Zhi, Mushroom of Immortality, Lin Zi
Origin: China
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) was cited thousands of years ago in several texts and scripts as a tonic for emperors. At one time, this mushroom was specifically used under the prestigious vestiges of the ruling class, but it has since made its way into the pantries of common folk. Traditional and contemporary Chinese medicine admire it as a tonic benefiting vital energy or "Qi". Reishi is a polypore mushroom growing in damp, dark forests and the occasional rotting log. Modern-day demand has forced its cultivation in Japan, China, and the United States, which is promising for the wild stands of Reishi. Our organic reishi mushroom tops can be decocted as large batches of reishi mushroom tea or extract.
Reishi mushroom supports immune health to help you feel your best and supports the body’s immune defenses to stay healthy.
Active Compounds: Polysaccharides, peptidoglycans, triterpenes, triterpenoids, proteins, enzymes, steroids, sterols, nucleotides, fatty acids, vitamins and minerals
Actions: Adaptogen, analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antitumor, antiviral, cardiotonic, hepatoprotective, immune stimulant, rejuvenating.
Indications: Immunostimulation, Strength and stamina, High cholesterol, and Lower urinary tract symptoms
Precautions: Prolonged consumption can lead to chronic diarrhea. For patients with issues with Anticoagulants / Antiplatelets, Reishi can increase the risk of bleeding. It can also enhance immune response. Reishi can increase plasma antioxidant capacity and may interact with chemotherapeutic agents that rely on free radicals. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, mainly if you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications.
Magick Uses: Mushrooms have a long history of magickal use in Europe, Egypt, and Asia. Due to their potentially deadly nature, they are strongly associated with the underworld or the dead. They can also be associated with increased psychic ability and the upper realms.