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| Spirit Poria Mushroom |
This
special variety of Poria is considered a premium Spirit tonic herb. It
is the
part of the Poria mushroom which contains the root of the old pine
tree,
upon which it has grown. Spirit Poria is said to benefit the heart, to
nourish
the Spirit and to lead to a long and happy life. It is often used by
those
wishing to overcome anxiety, worry, fear, etc. This is a very special
herb
traditionally used by Taoist adepts to help attain enlightenment. |
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| More Information: Other Common Names Spirit Poria Page Number In Ancient Wisdom of the Chinese Tonic Herbs 208 Pharmaceutical Latin Sclerotium Poriae Cocos Pararadicis Pinyin Fu Shen Treasures Spirit and Qi Treasure Rating ****1/2 Atmospheric Energy Neutral Taste Bland or very mildly sweet Organ Meridian Systems Heart, Spleen and Kidney Part Used and Form Whole fungus with hostwood Primary Functions To stabilize and lift the Spirit, to help develop spirit and calm the mind, Emotional balancing. To strengthen the Spleen and transform dampness, to move water and to tonify the immune functions as regular Poria. Qualities Spirit Poria is a very good Spirit tonic herb. It is primarily the same herb as Poria, except that it is the center of the mushroom, where the hostwood root runs. The pine root is allowed to remain and represents about 20% of each slice of Spirit Poria. The chemistry and the energy of the wood has been changed by the mushroom and is no longer simply pine root. It was used by Taoists and has been help in the highest esteem by spiritual seekers. It is believed by the Taoists to have a very special power to lift the Spirit and to help develop the Spirit. It is one of the major Spirit tonic and Spirit Stabilizing substances and has acquired a special reputation for it overall emotional balancing benefits. By stabilizing the emotions, the true mind is able to develop fully, unhindered by emotional distraction. Unlike Biota and Zizyphus, it is drying and can be used by people who suffer from fluid stagnation. Besides these Spirit actions, Spirit Poria still has the same actions as regular Poria with regard to its ability to move water and tonify the immune functions. Primary Combinations Combine with: 1. Zizyphus Seed, Albizia Bark, Biota Seed, Polygonum Stem, Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell to stabilize the Spirit and treat insomnia caused by anxiety 2. Ganoderma, Pearl, Wild Red Asparagus Root and Albizia Flower to nurture the Spirit Varieties and Grading Select Poria that has substantial pieces of wood still in it. Try to find large, white pieces with nice pieces of wood. The best Spirit Poria is still slightly moist---or at least, not very dry and brittle. Contraindications Poria is a very safe herb. Back to Top |
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