Xiang Gu

Lentinus Edodes

Shiitake Mushroom

Qi Tonic

About this herb

The familiar culinary mushroom, used to support Qi and overall resilience.

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PinyinXiang Gu

Chinese香菇

Latin (pharmaceutical)Lentinus Edodes

EnglishShiitake Mushroom

CategoryQi Tonic

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