Speaking of Balance

China has a rich and long history. Ganoderma lucidum has long been part of this history having been recognized for its medicinal purposes and is used since the reign of Emperor Yan. Many records substantiate this as Ganoderma have been focused of many discussions and praise in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Its medicinal properties had been subjected to thousand of years of use and were validated by large amount of testimonies, studies and publications.

Speaking of Balance (Eastern Han Dynasty) and Magic Medicines

It was pointed in this text where Ganoderma lucidum can be usually found. Wang Chong observed that Ganoderma usually grows from the rooted tree trunks. Soils with balanced condition are the key for Ganoderma’s growth which is the reason for its rare appearances.

Ganoderma was described in the Magic Medicines based on its appearance and weights. The mention of the herb appeared on the last chapter wherein Ganoderma was describe as red coral, white fat, lacquer black, peacock green or golden yellow in color, were bright and transparent like ice. Its weight, just like its appearance were precisely recorded and estimated to range from 1.5kg to 5 kg.

To learn more about Ganoderma in the Philippines and its roots to Chinese Culture, please read Su Jing