What is the TCM thermal nature of Poria Mushroom?

Poria Mushroom (Fu Ling) is classified as Neutral, Sweet, Bland in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What are the traditional TCM uses of Poria Mushroom?

In TCM, Poria Mushroom is traditionally used for: Promotes urination and leaches out dampness, strengthens the Spleen, calms the mind.

Where is Poria Mushroom documented in classical TCM texts?

Poria Mushroom appears in the Shennong Bencao Jing (~200 CE) and has been documented in TCM pharmacopoeia for over 1,800 years.

Poria Mushroom

Fu Ling · 茯苓 · TCM Herb Encyclopedia entry maintained by tcmplate Editorial · Updated 2026-06-27

📋 TCM Classification

Thermal Nature & Flavor: Neutral, Sweet, Bland

Chinese Name: 茯苓

Traditional Uses in Chinese Medicine

Promotes urination and leaches out dampness, strengthens the Spleen, calms the mind.

Chinese pharmacopoeia: 利水渗湿，健脾，宁心。用于水肿尿少，痰饮眩性，脾虚食少，便注泄泻，心神不安，惊性失眠。

Classical References

Shennong Bencao Jing (~200 CE): classified as a superior herb. Zhang Zhongjing, Jingui Yaolue (~200 CE): key ingredient in Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang.

Food Therapy Applications

In TCM food therapy, Poria Mushroom is traditionally incorporated into daily meals:

Congees (rice porridges): Slow-cooked with rice to support Spleen and Stomach function
Soups and broths: Combined with other food-grade herbs for seasonal wellness
Herbal teas: Steeped as a single herb or in compound tea formulas

Note: The above describes traditional food therapy use. It does not constitute medical advice. Consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.

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References

Shennong Bencao Jing (~200 CE): classified as a superior herb. Zhang Zhongjing, Jingui Yaolue (~200 CE): key ingredient in Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang.