Antrodia camphorata is a fungus that is endemic to Taiwan and grows mainly on the trunks of the Cinnamomum camphora tree. This fungus is known as the "ruby of Taiwan's forests" because of its rarity and potential medicinal value. Antrodia cinnamomea has a reddish-brown or orange-yellow appearance, a porous surface and a hard texture. It takes many years of growth to form harvestable fruiting bodies, which are also the most precious part of Antrodia cinnamomea.
The traditional use of Antrodia cinnamomea can be traced back to the aborigines of Taiwan, who used it as a natural herbal remedy for various therapeutic effects. Modern scientific research shows that Antrodia cinnamomea is rich in triterpenes, polysaccharides and other active ingredients, which have potential health benefits in terms of immune regulation, liver protection, and anti-oxidation. Due to its high value and rarity, most of the Antrodia cinnamomea products on the market are produced through artificial cultivation rather than wild collection. With the advancement of technology, artificially cultivated Antrodia cinnamomea has gradually become the mainstream of the market, which also ensures the quality and sustainability of the product.
