Ganoderma lucidum is not only known in Vietnam but is also a precious medicinal herb that is widely researched, cultivated and used around the world. In countries with developed medicine such as Korea, Japan, China, the US and many European countries, Ganoderma lucidum is considered a valuable health product, applied in many fields from traditional medicine to the food and cosmetics industry. Let’s learn about the development of Ganoderma lucidum in countries around the world..
Ganoderma in Korea – The Leading Country in Cultivation Technology
- Korea is one of the leading countries in cultivating and exporting Ganoderma.
- Popular Ganoderma varieties in Korea include Red Reishi and Yellow Reishi.
- The Korean government invests heavily in scientific research to optimize the cultivation process and extract medicinal properties from Ganoderma.
- Korean Ganoderma products have a high reputation in the international market thanks to strict quality control.
Japan – The combination of traditional and modern medicine
- Japan has long used Ganoderma in traditional medicine (Kampo) to support the treatment of many diseases.
- The Japanese are famous for their high-quality Ganoderma extraction technology and Ganoderma capsule production to optimize the effectiveness of use.
- Japanese Ganoderma is often expensive but is considered to be of good quality thanks to strict cultivation and inspection processes.
China – The Cradle of Ganoderma lucidum
- China has a long history of using Ganoderma lucidum, recorded more than 2,000 years ago in ancient medical documents.
- China is the country with the largest Ganoderma lucidum production in the world, with many famous growing regions such as Guangdong and Zhejiang.
- However, due to the large market, the quality of Chinese Ganoderma lucidum is highly differentiated, with both high-end products and fake and poor-quality products.
Ganoderma in the US and Europe – Natural Health Trend
- Ganoderma is becoming increasingly popular in the US and European countries thanks to the trend of using functional foods and natural herbs.
- In the US, Ganoderma is often sold in capsule, powder form or combined with other herbs to form dietary supplements.
- Scientific organizations in the US and Europe have conducted many studies on the uses of Ganoderma in supporting the treatment of cancer, cardiovascular disease and enhancing immunity.
- The EU and the US have strict standards for quality control, so Ganoderma imported into these markets must meet many strict regulations.
Development trends of the Ganoderma mushroom industry in the world
Advanced cultivation technology
- Many countries are applying greenhouse technology, humidity and temperature control systems to ensure the best growth of mushrooms.
- The trend of growing organic Ganoderma mushrooms is increasingly interested in meeting consumer demand.
Diversifying products from Ganoderma lucidum
- Instead of being consumed only in the form of dried mushrooms or decoctions, Ganoderma lucidum is increasingly processed into many convenient products such as: Ganoderma lucidum tea, capsules, Ganoderma lucidum extract, Ganoderma lucidum cosmetics.
- Businesses are researching the combination of Ganoderma lucidum with other ingredients such as ginseng and Cordyceps to increase its effectiveness.
The interest of modern science and medicine
- More and more scientific studies are being published on the effects of reishi mushrooms, helping to strengthen consumer confidence.
- Some studies are focusing on its ability to support the treatment of cancer, diabetes and chronic diseases.
Conclusion
Ganoderma lucidum is not only a precious medicinal herb in traditional medicine but is also increasingly recognized in modern medicine. Thanks to advanced cultivation technology, strict quality control and the increasing trend of using functional foods, Ganoderma lucidum has been present globally and has become one of the health products trusted by many people. In the future, the Ganoderma lucidum industry promises to continue to grow strongly with many new applications in medicine and functional foods.
