Reishi
(Ganoderma lucidum)
Family: GANODERMATACEAE
Energetics: Warming
Taste: Salty, Sweet.
Parts Used: Whole mushroom.
Systems affected: Central Nervous System
Key Components: Polysaccharides, Phytosterols, Ergosterol, fumaric acid, aminoglucose, manitol, coumarins, alkaloids, lactone, Terpenes, Triterpenes, Protein.
Preparations & dosage: Tincture: Double extraction. Decoction.
Actions:
Foundational: Astringent. Stimulant.
Primary: Adaptogen, Sedative.
Secondary: tonic.
Uses: Reishi strengthens both the parasympathetic nervous system and the adrenal cortex, creating a better balance between reaction and relaxation. If you seem to catch every cold that goes around. Reishi might be a good match. Can help when the immune system has been under fire and can’t respond appropriately. Strengthens the adrenal system. After a time of stress and over-active adrenal responses the immune system can begin to deregulate and lead to auto-immune issues where deficiency is the root cause. Shown to work on the fire building or mineralocorticoid side of immune and inflammatory response to stoke the fires of proper antibody reaction. Effective for all cancers and immune system deficiencies. Specific for recovering from chemotherapy.
Growing: Grows on hardwood stumps & logs such as oak, elm, beech and maple. Can also be cultivated using a mushroom growing kit.
Collection:
Contraindications: No known
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