Whole Black Reishi Mushroom Ling Zhi 500g Dried Fruiting Body for Soup and Decoction

Whole Black Reishi Mushroom, known in TCM as Ling Zhi (灵芝), from Ganoderma lucidum, is a dried fruiting body with the stipe removed. In TCM theory it is considered sweet and neutral, entering the Heart, Lung, Liver, and Kidney channels. Traditionally associated with supporting vitality and calm, it is commonly simmered in soups or decoctions. This food product is not a medicine and is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried black reishi fruiting body with the stipe removed
• Identified in TCM as Ling Zhi (灵芝), Ganoderma lucidum
• Mild non-bitter profile suited to long simmering
• Can be sliced or used whole in soups and decoctions
• Sourced from Shandong and packed as a 500g food product

Quality & Sensory

The dried fruiting body is typically dark brown to near black with a firm, woody texture and a faint earthy mushroom aroma. When simmered, it yields a mild, slightly earthy broth rather than a strongly bitter taste, making it suitable for longer cooking.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal soups
• Prepared as a long decoction
• Sliced and cooked in congee
• Used in seasonal tonic food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk practice, Ling Zhi is traditionally simmered for an extended time in soups or decoctions, sometimes paired with red dates, goji berries, or other mild herbs. It is also used in congee and seasonal tonic foods. Traditional texts associate it with supporting vitality and calm, and it is often prepared as a daily food tonic rather than a quick tea.

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