The Mystical Properties of Poria: Why is it Called the “Divine Medicine of All Seasons”?

The Mystical Properties of Poria: Why is it Called the "Divine Medicine of All Seasons"?

Poria (Fu Ling) is sweet and bland, with a neutral nature, nourishing without being greasy, and diuretic without being harsh. It is known as the “Divine Medicine of All Seasons” because it can be used throughout the year, effectively addressing various ailments related to cold, heat, wind, and dampness when combined with other herbs. The … Read more

Popularizing Chinese Medicine: Poria

Popularizing Chinese Medicine: Poria

Poria is a commonly used Chinese medicinal herb, classified as a superior product in the Shen Nong’s Materia Medica. Aliases: Fuling, Futu, Fulings, Fuling, Songyu, Jiangchen Futai, Yunling, Futou, Songshu, Songmushu, Songling. Source: This product is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Poria cocos (Schw.) Wolf, belonging to the family Polyporaceae. It is harvested mainly … Read more

Fuling (Poria) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Fuling (Poria) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

百 草 经 弘扬中医药文化 传播中医药知识 茯 苓 Ancient scholars believed that Fuling (Poria) is a spiritual entity transformed from the essence of pine trees, possessing the characteristic of concealment, hence the name “Fuling” (伏灵). The Shennong Bencao Jing lists Fuling as a superior herb: it has a sweet and neutral flavor, growing in the valleys … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Poria (Fu Ling)

The Efficacy and Functions of Poria (Fu Ling)

Fu Ling (Poria) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine, classified as a superior herb in the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing. Alias: Fu Ling. Source: It is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Poria cocos, which often grows on the roots of red pine or true fir. Most commercial products are cultivated artificially, with … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Benefits of Poria Cocos and Its Six Combinations for Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach, Promoting Diuresis and Resolving Dampness

Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Benefits of Poria Cocos and Its Six Combinations for Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach, Promoting Diuresis and Resolving Dampness

Poria Cocos (Fu Ling) is one of the most commonly used medicinal herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Ancient texts refer to it as the “divine medicine of all seasons” due to its wide-ranging effects that are not limited by season and its compatibility with various herbs. It is effective for various ailments, whether they … Read more

Understanding Poria (Fu Ling) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Understanding Poria (Fu Ling) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Poria (Fu Ling)Fu Ling Poria, commonly known as Yun Ling or Song Ling, is a fungus that grows on the roots of pine trees. It resembles a sweet potato, with a black-brown outer skin and white or pink inner flesh. The dried sclerotium of the fungus Poria cocos, which belongs to the family Polyporaceae, is … Read more

The Dual Role of Food and Medicine: Poria (Fu Ling)

The Dual Role of Food and Medicine: Poria (Fu Ling)

The Dual Role of Food and Medicine Poria (Fu Ling) In the treasure trove of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there exists a precious herb known as Poria (Fu Ling), revered as the “Divine Medicine of All Seasons.” It grows on the decayed roots of pine trees, which the ancients believed to symbolize health and longevity … Read more

Nutritional Value, Efficacy, Consumption Methods, and Precautions of Poria (Fu Ling)

Nutritional Value, Efficacy, Consumption Methods, and Precautions of Poria (Fu Ling)

Poria, also known as Bai Fu Ling (White Poria), is the dried sclerotium of the fungus Poria cocos from the family Polyporaceae. Its name derives from its morphological characteristics and growth environment. The term “Fu” comes from “Fu” (伏), meaning it grows underground, lurking in the soil like an animal in hibernation; “Ling” refers to … Read more

Poria (Fu Ling) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Poria (Fu Ling) in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Click the blue words to follow us Inheriting the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and spreading TCM culture Poria (Fu Ling) 【Scientific Name】茯苓 (Fu Ling) 【Alias】云苓 (Yun Ling) 【Preparation】Take Poria, soak, wash, moisten, steam slightly, and then cut the skin and chunks or cut into thick slices and dry. 【Properties and Channels】Sweet, bland in … Read more

Eliminating Dampness: Tips to Strengthen the Spleen and Assist Yang, Banish Excess “Dampness”

Eliminating Dampness: Tips to Strengthen the Spleen and Assist Yang, Banish Excess "Dampness"

-This article has been reviewed by the Hongxinglin Professional Review Team-▲Click to listen to the audioGood morning, friends!Recently, the dreaded southern winds have returned, bringing with thembone-deep dampness, launching a “magical attack” on the south. On days when the air feels like it could be wrung out for water, with constant light rain and ethereal … Read more