Spirit poria is a special variety of the poria mushroom prized for its premium capacity as a Shen tonic and Shen stabilising herb. Spirit poria is the portion of the poria mushroom that contains the root of the pine tree upon which it has grown. Regular poria is the fruiting body of the mushroom, while spirit poria is the sclerotium. This special part of the herb is imbued with the transformational energy involved in the alchemical process that turns pine (wood) into mushroom.
Spirit poria contains all of the Spleen toning and Water regulating actions of regular poria along with its additional impact on Shen. When Water Qi stagnation occurs below the Heart one can often feel a dampening of the Spirit, the Water regulating capacity of spirit poria alleviates this state allowing the Heart Fire to shine bright once again.
Spirit poria calms the Heart, anchors Shen and nourishes the Spirit allowing Shen to become more grounded. Spirit poria is a very special herb used to help Daoist masters to attain enlightenment.
Spirit poria is a deputy herb in the SHEN blend ✨