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Ganoderma is the name given to a genus of polypores, which can be found growing on wood. This genus can easily be differentiated from the other polypores, since it has a double walled basidiospore. Ganoderma genus can be divided into two sections, namely Ganoderma (with a shiny cap surface, like Ganoderma lucidum) and Elfvingia (with a dull cap surface, like Ganoderma applanatum). The recognition of ganoderma can be credited to the fact that it boasts of a number of healing properties and has been known to accord a number of health benefits to its users.

Main Species
After knowing what ganoderma is, check out the main species of the polypore:
Ganoderma applanatum (Known as Artist’s conch)
Ganoderma lucidum (Known as Reishi, Lingzhi or Red Mushroom)
Ganoderma philippii (Plant pathogen)
Ganoderma tsugae (Polypore that grows on conifers and is known as Hemlock Varnish Shelf)
Health Benefits and Healing Properties of Ganoderma
Ganoderma has been found to have anti-aging properties and is believed to aid ongevity.
Ganoderma strengthens the immune system of an individual.
Ganoderma has been found to be effective in fighting against various types of cancer.
Ganoderma helps the body fight against cerebrosis (an organic disease of the brain) and coronary diseases.
Ganoderma aids the improvement of the blood circulatory imbalance of the body.
Ganoderma has been found to be useful in detoxification of the body and rejuvenation of the cells.
Ganoderma has anti-oxidants properties and also helps in maintaining the metabolism of a person.
Ganoderma prevents tissue degeneration and in turn, avoids the occurrence of various diseases.
Ganoderma protects and regulates a number of organs in the body, like liver and intestine.
Ganoderma has been found to be good for people suffering from high blood pressure.
The best part of Ganoderma is that it does not lead to any side effects regardless of amount and period of its usage.