Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) are revered herbal medicines, yet many people don’t understand how to prepare this formidable mushroom. This article covers everything you need to know about black Ganoderma Lucidum tea preparation: from harvesting and brewing through to receiving maximum therapeutic benefit from this woody polypore mushroom. This method also works well for other medicinal fungi like true Tinder Polypores (Fomitopsis officinalis) and Artist Conks (Ganoderma Applanatum). Take full advantage of these amazing mushrooms today!

This article first appeared in the Spring 2017 edition of Herbs and Spices magazine.