Lignosus Rhinocerus

Lignosus Rhinocerus

Common Names: Tiger Milk Mushroom

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About

Lignosus rhinoceros is a medicinal mushroom found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Called tiger milk mushroom, it has been used traditionally to treat asthma, cancer, and various inflammatory conditions. The mushroom contains bioactive polysaccharides and triterpenoids with immunomodulating and anti-proliferative effects.

Physical Characteristics

Caps:

No cap, club-shaped stipe up to 15 cm tall. Orange to red-brown.

Gills:

Pores instead of gills. White.

Helps With

Asthma

Reported to alleviate asthma symptoms and improve lung function

Cancer

Exhibits cytotoxic effects and may enhance cancer treatment

Immune System

Stimulates nonspecific immune response

Look Alike Species

Lignosus Sacer

Specie:

Lignosus sacer

Edibility:

unknown

Differences:Smaller size, more clustered growth

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