Turkey Tail
Trametes versicolor
A common shelf fungus whose compounds (PSK/PSP) are studied as immune support alongside cancer care.
Traditional use (tcm): A common shelf fungus whose compounds (PSK/PSP) are studied as immune support alongside cancer care.
A common shelf fungus whose compounds (PSK/PSP) are studied as immune support alongside cancer care.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A common shelf fungus whose compounds (PSK/PSP) are studied as immune support alongside cancer care.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Generally safe; mild GI effects. Not a cancer treatment by itself.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Generally safe; mild GI effects. Not a cancer treatment by itself.
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.