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The birch polypore mushroom got its name because it grows from dead birch wood, it does not grow on living trees. The Birch Polypore has a tough and woody fruiting body and grows out of the Birch Tree, its shape resembling a pancake, its tops is brown tan and underneath pure white.
Birch trees contain betulinic acid which has many health benefits, there are also other chemicals in the Birch Polypore that are beneficial for being healthy, it contains essential fatty acids, including alpha-linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid, as well as agaric acid that was traditionally used to harmful organism , also its packed with Vitamin D.
It is such a universal mushroom used in traditional medicine for thousands of years. It has been known for its uses both fresh and dried, its main uses are for its antifungal and antiseptic properties. When fresh it has been used to make a plaster from the underside of the mushroom, a strip is removed from the pore membrane and creates a self-sticking plaster. Corn or Blister Plasters can also be made in a similar way. A Birch Polypore Tincture is made when dried and extracted.
The Birch polypore has also been used to sharpen barbers’ razors by drying it and sticking it to a piece of flat wood, an ideal product as already antifungal and antiseptic.
The birch polypore mushroom contains bioactive substances that can provide benefits throughout the body. Here are some of those benefits.
Antiviral Properties
Birch Polypore has proved positive in treating cold and flu, and blocking reproduction of HIV Cells.
Antibiotic
The Birch Polypore contains the antibiotic piptamine which has been used to treat e-coli.
Anti inflammatory.
Several Triterpene Acids are within the Birch Polypore and these are known anti-inflammatory substances and it is known to reduce swelling and redness.
Cancer Fighting Properties
Betulinic acid and other chemicals in the fungi have been shown to cause apoptosis, the destruction of cancer cells while not affecting healthy cells.
Antiseptic
For cleaning wounds and being an aid to healing when used fresh.
Antifungal.
This mushroom grows on its own and with no other mushrooms, this is because it contains strong antifungals.
Boosts and Supports a Healthy Immune System
Its assists in responding to invaders and also protects white blood cells made in bone marrow.
Improves Gut Health
Promotes regular bowel movements, keeps gastrointestinal system balanced acting prebiotics, providing beneficial bacteria in your gut.