Grifola Umbellata vs Betula Pendula Bark

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Grifola Umbellata

Grifola umbellata

Urinary

Betula pendula

Urinary

Grifola Umbellata

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Betula Pendula Bark

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

A diuretic medicinal mushroom used in TCM for edema, urinary conditions, and immune support.

Bark and leaves of the silver birch tree used in Northern European traditional medicine as a diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and skin herb.

Active Compounds

polyporus polysaccharide, ergosterol, biotin, alpha-hydroxytetracosanoic acid

betulin, betulinic acid, lupeol, tannins, flavonoids

Traditional Uses

edema, urinary conditions, immune support

urinary infections, edema, rheumatism, skin conditions, fever

Modern Uses

diuretic, immunostimulant, antioxidant

diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antitumor research

Adult Dosage

6-15g dried mushroom daily or 1-3g extract

4–6g dried leaves as tea 3x daily or 300mg betulin extract

Contraindications

kidney disease

kidney disease, edema from heart/kidney failure, pregnancy high doses

Side Effects

generally well tolerated

increased urination, mild digestive upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E