This research focused on improving the production of ergone, a valuable compound found in mushrooms that has potential medical benefits. Scientists discovered better ways to grow the mushroom Polyporus umbellatus in laboratory conditions to produce more of this beneficial compound. The study found that growing this mushroom together with another species called Armillariella mellea significantly increased the production of ergone. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to more efficient production of natural medicines from mushrooms • May help develop better treatments for edema and certain cancers • Demonstrates how combining different mushroom species can enhance beneficial compounds • Could make mushroom-based medicines more accessible and affordable • Shows potential for more sustainable production of natural pharmaceutical compounds