Astragalus sinicus vs Ganoderma Tsugae

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Astragalus sinicus

Immune Support

Ganoderma tsugae

Immune Support

Astragalus sinicus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Ganoderma Tsugae

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A Chinese milk vetch used as a cover crop and medicinally for anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory purposes.

A North American Reishi relative growing on hemlock trees, used for immune support.

Active Compounds

polysaccharides, isoflavones, flavonoids

ganoderic acids, polysaccharides, triterpenoids, ergosterol

Traditional Uses

Immune support, Anti-inflammatory herb, Cover crop use

immune support, liver protection, inflammation, cancer support

Modern Uses

Immunomodulatory activity, Anti-inflammatory research

immunostimulant, hepatoprotective, anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

2-6g dried herb as tea

1-3g extract daily

Contraindications

Autoimmune caution, Pregnancy caution

autoimmune conditions, anticoagulant medications

Side Effects

Mild reactions

generally well tolerated

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E