GANODERMA LUCIDUM: A HISTORICAL EXPLORATION OF A MEDICINAL TREASURE

For centuries, this captivating fungus, known as the lingzhi, has been a prized element of traditional medicine in East Asia. Its impressively polished, lacquered appearance and {distinctiveridges, a testament to its profound history. From its origins in forests to its current status as a sought-after health supplement, Ganoderma lucidum has contin