Poria
Wolfiporia extensa
A mild fungus (fu ling) used in TCM to drain dampness, calm the spirit, and support digestion and sleep.
Traditional use (tcm): A mild fungus (fu ling) used in TCM to drain dampness, calm the spirit, and support digestion and sleep.
A mild fungus (fu ling) used in TCM to drain dampness, calm the spirit, and support digestion and sleep.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A mild fungus (fu ling) used in TCM to drain dampness, calm the spirit, and support digestion and sleep.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Very gentle; mild diuretic.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Very gentle; mild diuretic.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.