Ganoderma oregonense

From natural laboratory to drug discovery: Chemical structures, bioactivities, and biosynthesis of meroterpenoids from Ganoderma species

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This review examines special compounds called meroterpenoids found in Ganoderma mushrooms (commonly known as Reishi). Scientists have identified over 350 of these compounds from 14 different Ganoderma species. These compounds show promise for treating various health conditions including cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, and inflammatory disorders. The researchers also propose how these compounds are made inside the mushroom, which could help scientists produce them more efficiently for medical use.

Identifying the “Mushroom of Immortality”: Assessing the Ganoderma Species Composition in Commercial Reishi Products

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Researchers tested 37 reishi mushroom products and kits sold in the United States and found that most were mislabeled. While products claimed to contain Ganoderma lucidum, over 93% of manufactured products actually contained Ganoderma lingzhi, a different Asian species. The study discovered that 86% of products tested contained something other than what the label claimed, which matters because different Ganoderma species have different chemical compositions and potentially different health benefits.

Elucidating ‘Lucidum’: Distinguishing the Diverse Laccate Ganoderma Species of the United States

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This research clarifies which species of the medicinal mushroom genus Ganoderma are actually present in the United States. For many years, multiple different species were incorrectly labeled as a single European species (G. lucidum). Through detailed analysis of DNA and physical characteristics, the researchers identified 12 distinct native species in the U.S., with the European species only found in two small introduced populations. This has important implications for: • Accurate identification of medicinally valuable Ganoderma species in North America • Understanding which species cause decay in different types of trees • Preventing the spread of non-native fungal species through mushroom cultivation • Proper labeling of Ganoderma products in the medicinal mushroom industry • Conservation of native North American Ganoderma species

Differential Immune Activating, Anti-Inflammatory, and Regenerative Properties of the Aqueous, Ethanol, and Solid Fractions of a Medicinal Mushroom Blend

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This research examined how different extracts from a blend of medicinal mushrooms affect the immune system. Scientists found that different components of the mushroom blend had distinct effects on immune function, inflammation control, and tissue repair. The study shows these mushrooms could help support immune health in multiple ways. Impacts on everyday life: • Could lead to better natural supplements for immune system support • May help develop treatments for inflammatory conditions • Suggests potential benefits of including medicinal mushrooms in diet • Could help people recover better from illness or injury • Demonstrates why both water-based and alcohol-based mushroom extracts may be beneficial

Fungal Species: Ganoderma oregonense

From natural laboratory to drug discovery: Chemical structures, bioactivities, and biosynthesis of meroterpenoids from Ganoderma species

Identifying the “Mushroom of Immortality”: Assessing the Ganoderma Species Composition in Commercial Reishi Products

Elucidating ‘Lucidum’: Distinguishing the Diverse Laccate Ganoderma Species of the United States

Differential Immune Activating, Anti-Inflammatory, and Regenerative Properties of the Aqueous, Ethanol, and Solid Fractions of a Medicinal Mushroom Blend