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Polypori umbellati
Name
Polyporus
Biological Name

Polypori umbellati
Polyporaceae

Other Names
Polyporus, grifola, zhu ling
Parts Used
fruiting body
Remedies For

Diuretic, lowers blood sugar, antibacterial, antitumor .

Polyporus is diuretic and anti-inflammatory. It clears edema, heat, genitourinary infections, cystitis, urinary retention, diarrhea, and vaginal discharge. It has also recently been used by Chinese herbalists in cancer treatment, as it has antitumor properties.

Description
Specailly grows in the dense forests and rain forests were the humidity is more.
Dosage

6-15 grams.

Safety

Polyporus should not be used when there is an absence of dampness.

 
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