What is Reishi?
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), also known as Ling Zhi in Chinese, is a glossy, reddish-brown mushroom with a long tradition in Asian culture. It has been associated with longevity and vitality for thousands of years. The worship of this mushroom in Asia dates back some 4,000 years.
What makes Reishi stand out from other functional mushrooms is its rich composition. The key bioactive compounds include polysaccharides, beta-glucans, triterpenes, and ganoderic acids. It also contains various amino acids and minerals such as germanium, selenium, and manganese. The triterpenes are especially characteristic of Reishi and are not commonly found in other mushroom species.
Product specifications
Extract type: hot water extraction from dried fruiting bodies
Polysaccharide content: standardised at 30%
Extraction ratio: 8:1 to 12:1 (indicative)
Source material: 100% fruiting body, no mycelium
Growing material: solid oak wood
Key compounds: polysaccharides, beta-glucans, triterpenes, ganoderic acids
Minerals: germanium, selenium, manganese
Certification: organic (DE-ÖKO-003)
Quality control: every batch tested by independent AGROLAB laboratory group, including SEC analysis in GMP Pharma environment
Production process: grinding, metal detection, hot water extraction, centrifuging, spray-drying
Shelf life: 4 years when stored properly at room temperature, protected from light and humidity
Grown on solid oak wood
This is a crucial difference compared to many commercial Reishi products. Our Reishi mushrooms are grown on solid oak wood in the Chinese highlands, closely mimicking the mushroom’s natural growing conditions. Growing on whole hardwood logs allows the mushroom to develop its full range of natural compounds over a longer period. Many competitors grow their Reishi on sawdust or grain substrates, which results in a very different product.
Only pure fruiting bodies are used. No mycelium, no substrate residue, no fillers. The organic production follows the actual valid EU regulations. Resulting in a natural, yet strong extract that contains all beneficial substances and compounds, which Asian medicine relies on for over 40 centuries now.
Traditional use and combinations
Reishi has a wide range of traditional uses. In traditional Chinese medicine it has been used for immune support, heart and circulation, and as a general tonic. Popular traditional combinations include Reishi with Shiitake and Agaricus for general wellness, Reishi with Cordyceps for physical and mental constitution, and Reishi with Lion’s Mane (Hericium) for calming purposes.
Why order at Kraatje?
This Reishi extract is certified organic and quality controlled in Germany. Every batch undergoes strict residue controls with full traceability. Discover our full range of organic mushroom extracts at Kraatje.eu, including Lion’s Mane extract, Cordyceps extract, and Chaga extract.
