Laetiporus Sulphureus vs Lentinus edodes

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Laetiporus Sulphureus

Laetiporus sulphureus

Immune Support

Immune Support

Laetiporus Sulphureus

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Lentinus edodes

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

A bright orange bracket mushroom used medicinally in folk traditions for immune support.

East Asian culinary mushroom; lentinan polysaccharide approved in Japan as cancer immunotherapy adjunct.

Active Compounds

ergosterol, beta-glucans, polyphenols

lentinan, eritadenine, AHCC, beta-glucans, eritadenine, eritadenine, selenium

Traditional Uses

immune support, infections, cancer support

immune support, cancer support, cardiovascular, hepatitis, HIV

Modern Uses

immunostimulant, antimicrobial

immunostimulant, anti-tumor, cardiovascular, antiviral

Adult Dosage

1-3g extract daily

3-15g dried mushroom or 500mg extract daily

Contraindications

allergy to sulphur shelf mushroom, tree species matters

autoimmune disease, immunosuppressants, blood thinners, bleeding disorders

Side Effects

gastrointestinal upset when raw or from locust tree

GI upset, Shiitake dermatitis with raw consumption

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E