Ganoderma lucidum
Other names: Reishi, Lingzhi
Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)
Glossy cordgrass is a wood-rotting fungus that has been traditionally used in Chinese and Japanese medicine for its medicinal effect and is now known worldwide. It is referred to as Lingzhi in Chinese and Reishi in Japanese. Lingonberry is known for its strong medicinal effects, especially for its immune boosting, anti-inflammatory effects, support for liver and heart health or mental health support. It is also believed that glossy horehound has anti-carcinogenic effects.
There are a number of products to which glossy sea buckthorn is added. These include various types of teas or coffees, to which the mushroom adds a specific flavour and also brings its beneficial effects. It is also possible to come across various food supplements in which the glossy cucumber is an important ingredient. It often forms the basis for the production of powders, ointments or tablets. It is also very popular in the form of tinctures. In addition, it is used in the manufacture of cosmetic products such as creams or skin masks, where it acts as an antioxidant.