The efficacy and function of broom mushroom

In modern life, everyone is very familiar with various Chinese herbal medicines, among which broom mushroom is a very common one. So what are the effects and functions of broom mushroom? Let’s take a look.

[Alias] Broom mushroom, red broom

[Source] Medicinal material source: The fruiting body of the Coral Fungus of the Coral Fungus family.

【Original morphology】 Fruiting bodies grow in groups. There are many branches, which are light flesh to flesh color, and the branch tips are lemon yellow. It is 7-30cm high and 6-15cm in diameter. The lower part has many forked branches, often with small longitudinal wrinkles, and the branch tips are rounded or nearly pointed. The stipe is 3-6m high, 2.5-6cm in diameter, and light grayish white at the base. The flesh of the mushroom is crisp, white or light-colored. When injured, it first turns reddish brown and then light black, and tastes bitter. Bassidae with 4 peduncles. Spores are oblong, ochre, slightly rough, with 1-3 small oil droplets, (8-15)cm×(4-6)cm.

[Habitat distribution] Ecological environment: Grown on the ground in broad-leaved forests, occasionally on the ground in coniferous forests.

【Chemical composition】 Protein-bound polysaccharide isolated from the spores of the beautiful coral fungus.

[Pharmacological action] The inhibitory effect of the beautiful coral fungus on mouse sarcoma S180 and Ehrlich carcinoma is 60%.

【Nature and flavor】 sweet; neutral; non-toxic

【Functions and indications】Regulates Qi and harmonizes the stomach. Mainly used for stomach discomfort; poor appetite and bloating

[Usage and Dosage] For oral use: grind into powder, 1.5-3g.

【Note】 "Compendium of Materia Medica in Southern Yunnan" states: "Eating too much will cause qi to stagnate, while eating less will relieve qi."

【Excerpt】 Chinese Materia Medica

Everyone should be aware of the medicinal value of Broomrape, so you can be more targeted when consuming it. More reasonable use of the medicine can better treat some common diseases.