Fomitopsis officinalis
Agarikon
Most commonly found in the old-growth forests of the northwestern part of the United States
1,3 β-D and 1,6 β-D glucans, glycoproteins, arabinoxylans, phenolic compounds, triterpenes, coumarins, essential sugars (polysaccharides), and free radical scavengers.
Promotes respiratory function, promotes a healthy inflammatory response
Beta-Glucans:
Also found in: Shiitake, Reishi, Oyster, Turkey Tail, Lion's Mane, and Maitake
Stimulate macrophages and dendritic immune cells
immuno-modulator
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10302218/
"β-glucan, one of the homopolysaccharides composed of D-glucose, exists widely in cereals and microorganisms and possesses various biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor properties."
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10776902/
Alpha-Glucans
Heteropolysaccharides
Triterpenes:
Also found in: Ganoderma lucidum (reishi), Inonotus obliquus (chaga), Poria cocos, Antrodia camphorata, Phellinus linteus, Pleurotus ostreatus, and Laetiporus sulphureus
“As bioactive compounds, triterpenoids have been shown to encourage a healthy inflammatory response and support the body's natural defense mechanisms. For example, a study published in the Journal Phytochemical Reviews suggests that ganoderic acid promotes immune health by influencing the Nuclear Factor kappa B (NF-κB) pathway, which plays an important role in inflammation and immune response [11].”
Atta cephalotes
Leaf-cutter ants
One of the few organisms that have learned to farm… efficiently. The leaves they cut and carry in a steady march away from their victim are, contrary to popular belief, not for themselves but are feed for the fungus they are cultivating back home.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77gOklqgiYQ
Recipes
Respiratory and Anti-Inflammatory Tea
Three parts Slippery Elm
One part Ashwagandha
One part dried Reishi fruit body
One part dried Cordyceps fruit body
Quarter part Lavender
Quarter part Rosemary
Barometer Earthstar
Astraeus Hygrometricus
Barometric properties - when the mushroom’s environment is humid, the star opens, revealing the spore sac, closing in turn when it dries, to protect said sac.
Birch Tar
Insect Repellant - Glue
For a peeled birch to have a fighting chance, the Cambium layer, which will eventually dry out and form another layer of bark beneath, must not be damaged.
So, the depth that the incision is made, first down the length of the section to be removed, and then around the circumference at the top and bottom of the incision, must be calculated.