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| Poria |
Poria
is very widely used in Chinese herbalism. It is traditionally used as a
Qi
tonic to benefit the internal organs. It is a solid fungus which grows
on
the roots of old pine trees. It is mildly diuretic and sedative, and is
considered
to be highly nourishing. It is a mild Spirit tonic. Poria has
significant immune
enhancing ability, similar to the other mushrooms in the tonic class. |
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More Information: Other Common Names Hoelen (note: the name Hoelen is not used in China but has recently taken hold in America only Page Number In Ancient Wisdom of the Chinese Tonic Herbs 207 Pinyin Fu Ling Treasures Qi Treasure Rating **** Atmospheric Energy Neutral Taste Bland or very mildly sweet Organ Meridian Systems HHeart, Spleen and Kidney Part Used and Form Whole fungus Primary Functions To strengthen the Spleen and transform dampness, to stabilize the Spirit and calm the mind Qualities Poria is very widely used in Chinese herbalism. It is traditionally used as a Qi tonic to benefit the internal organs. It is a solid fungus which grows on the roots of old pine trees. The Spirit Farmers Pharmacopoeia said that Poria is tranquilizing to the mind, and that long term taking of Poria can relieve hunger and lengthen the life. It is a mild, safe and effective diuretic. It is used in hundreds of classical formulas to improve the flow of water through the body. It is especially commonly used in Qi tonics for this purpose. Poria is also mildly sedative. And is considered to be highly nourishing. It is one of the primary longevity herbs and is included in most longevity tonics. Recent research has discovered that Poria is a powerful immune system tonic. Poria has been found to induce the production in human beings of a-interferon. It is common in Fu Zheng therapy in China and Japan formulas used to build the immune systems of cancer patients. There was a tradition in the Imperial Palace during the Qing Dynasty of "taking Poria in the winter and drinking plum soup in the summer." A very popular tonic herb among the common folks, Poria was also commonly used in the imperial cuisine during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was made into buns, which was eaten daily as a snack. "Black fish and Poria soup" was a famous dish in the imperial cuisine. There is also a famous imperial cake: Poria sandwich cake. This was invented by Ci Xi, the last Empress of China. Ci Xi ruled China for over fifty years in the latter half of the nineteenth century. The palace used to make plain Poria cake, without any fillings. But one time, Ci Xi was very sick, and the normal Poria cake (snow white, paper thin, round cakes ) was tasteless to her palette. She was about to show her famous temper when all of sudden, she caught sight of her honey preserved fruits, so she asked her servant to add some honey pine nuts and walnuts between two cakes. This was how the famous Poria sandwich pancake was invented. You can still buy this famous imperial cake at stalls in Beijing and in Beijing's grocery shops. Since Poria was a popular food among the imperial concubines, there are still two huge Poria from Qing Dynasty kept on display in the Forbidden City. Primary Combinations Combine with: 1. Atractylodes (white and red), Ginseng Root, Codonopsis, Astragalus and Ginger to tonify the Spleen, build qi and eliminate excess moisture Varieties and Grading Poria is not an expensive herb. But some Poria is better than others. Try to find large, white pieces. The best Poria is still slightly moist---or at least, not very dry and brittle. There is also a variety known as pink Poria, which has stronger Spirit tonic effects. It has a slight pink tint. Contraindications Poria is a very safe herb. |
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