Reishi (extract, powder and capsules)
Reishi is one of the most renowned medicinal mushrooms, and with good reason. Often referred to as the “Mushroom of Immortality,” this tough, inedible fungus has gained its legendary status thanks to the impressive benefits it’s believed to offer beneath its modest appearance.
We offer Reishi in the form of extract, powder, or convenient capsules made from either.
Reishi properties and ingredients
Reishi, also known by its scientific name Ganoderma lucidum or the traditional name Ling Zhi, is a remarkable medicinal mushroom deeply rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. With a history of reverence in Asia spanning over 4,000 years, it has earned titles like the “Mushroom of Immortality” and the “Mushroom of Long Life.”
In recent decades, Reishi has gained popularity across Europe. It typically grows on dead hardwood and conifer trees—such as oaks and pines—and is commonly cultivated on logs or compressed sawdust.
Due to its woody texture and intensely bitter flavor, Reishi is not usually consumed as a culinary mushroom. However, it’s highly valued for its potent bioactive compounds. These include polysaccharides, beta-glucans, triterpenes, and ganoderma acids, all of which are associated with various potential health benefits.
Additionally, Reishi provides a range of essential amino acids and is a natural source of important trace minerals like germanium, selenium, and manganese, which contribute to overall well-being and bodily regeneration.
Reishi use cases in research and practice
Reishi is among the most widely studied medicinal mushrooms, thanks to its broad range of potential benefits. It is commonly researched for its ability to strengthen the immune system, combat fatigue, support cardiovascular health, and offer anti-aging effects.
One of Reishi’s standout compounds is triterpenes, which may help suppress histamine release, potentially easing allergic reactions and inflammation. This could also help explain why high-quality Reishi supplements may offer relief for conditions like neurodermatitis.
Our offering of reishi extract, powder and capsules
We use only the pure reishi fruiting body in all of our products. We never add mycelium or grain fillers to our raw materials.
| PRODUCT | QUALITY | MOQ | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extract* | Organic | 1 kg | Per quote |
| Extract* | Conv. | 1 kg | Per quote |
| Triterpenemax extract** | Conv. | Per quote | |
| Powder | Organic | 5 kg | Per quote |
| Extract capsules | Organic | 2000 pieces | Per quote |
| Powder capsules | Organic | 2000 pieces | Per quote |
*Standardized for 30% polysaccharides.
**Standardized for 20% polysaccharides and 10% triterpenes
Product Specifications
Capsules
Alongside mushroom extract or powder, these capsules also include organic acerola extract, known for its exceptionally high vitamin C content. Research indicates that vitamin C greatly enhances the body's ability to absorb the active compounds in medicinal mushroom extracts. The capsule shell is made from hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, making it entirely vegan.
Packaging
Powders and extracts are available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg containers, capsules in 2000 pieces/bag. All orders of 1 or 5 kg are packed in PE bags in a bucket, 25 kg orders come in a paper drum.
Shelf life and storage conditions
For extracts and powders: 4 years when properly stored: at room temperature or lower, in a tightly closed package that keeps the raw materials protected from light, humidity and insects. For capsules: 48 months after production date when properly stored: at a dry, cool place (room temperature or lower) and protected from sunlight.
Production methods
The mushroom fruiting bodies are ground, passed through metal detection, then subjected to hot water extraction. The liquid extract is centrifuged and spray-dried. The typical extraction ratio ranges from 8:1 to 11:1. We standardize all extracts to contain 30% polysaccharides.
Powder: The mushroom fruiting bodies are simply ground and screened for metal contaminants.
Capsules: The process involves weighing the raw materials (either powder or extract), blending them thoroughly, encapsulating the mixture, and cleaning the finished capsules.
Cultivation and growing material
We grow our mushrooms in their natural habitat, the Chinese highlands, and rely on the expertise of local farmers. Chaga is one of our mushroom species that we don’t grow, but harvest from birch trees in northeastern China. The organic collection is done according to the actual valid EU regulations.
Powder: Nutritional values per 100 g
Energy: 877 KJ/ 217 kcal Fat: 0,8 g; of which saturated fatty acids 0,2 g Carbohydrates: 0,3 g; of which sugars 0,27 g Fiber: 86,4 g Protein: 9,2 g Sodium: <0,01 g
Food grade status
The products are suitable and safe for human consumption according to actual EU regulations (178/2002). According to the EU’s Novel Food Regulation (2015/2283), chaga extracts and powders can be used as food supplements. You should still contact the appropriate authorities in your country to ensure that you can market and sell our raw materials.
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