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Polyporus umbellatus - umbrella polypore

Polyporus umbellatus - umbrella polypore

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Polyporus umbellatus (umbrella polypore) is a rare medicinal mushroom long used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for its potent diuretic, detoxifying, and immunomodulatory effects. Its underground sclerotia are primarily used to treat water retention, kidney/bladder issues, immune deficiencies, and to support chronic hepatitis B therapy. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key Medicinal Uses
  • Diuresis & Edema Reduction: It acts as a natural diuretic, stimulating urine output to clear excess fluid, reduce swelling (edema), and alleviate water retention often associated with oncological treatments.
  • Immune Support & Cancer Therapy: Rich in polysaccharides and beta-glucans, it helps stimulate immune function and protect cells from oxidative damage. It is sometimes co-administered with chemotherapy to improve survival outcomes, reduce cancer-related water retention, and combat tumor growth (particularly bladder cancer).
  • Hepatitis B Treatment: Clinical studies in China have shown that Polyporus umbellatus polysaccharide extracts can be effective for managing Hepatitis B, especially when combined with vaccines or standard antiviral drugs.
  • Renal Health: It improves microcirculation and has been shown to protect against renal collagen deposition and fibrosis, making it a staple for maintaining kidney and bladder health.
  • Digestive Harmony & Detoxification: It helps balance intestinal flora, which can reduce bloating and improve overall digestive comfort

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Research

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11742960/#elsc202400048-sec-0030

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