Description: Maitake, commonly called Hen-of-the-Woods in the West, is known as Huī Shù Huā in Chinese medicine and Maitake in Japanese. Celebrated in both Eastern and Western herbal traditions, Maitake is highly regarded for its ability to support immune function and help maintain healthy blood sugar levels.*
In Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM), Maitake is traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen and Stomach, enhancing the body’s capacity for nutrient assimilation and metabolic regulation. Recognized for its grounding properties, Maitake is believed to help stabilize the internal environment, contributing to overall well-being.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Maitake has been valued in Japanese and Chinese medicine for centuries, esteemed for its rich nutritional and tonic properties.*
Sourcing: Organically cultivated in Asia, our Maitake is carefully selected to preserve its natural balance of nutrients and bioactive compounds.
Parts Used: Fruiting Body
Role in Formula: As a Chén Yào (Deputy Herb), Maitake supports the Spleen and Stomach, aiding digestion and nutrient absorption while working synergistically with other herbs in the formula. Its role in promoting metabolic stability and immune resilience enhances the overall effectiveness of Twelve Rivers.*
Description: Chaga, known as Чага (Tschaga) in Russian and Bái Huà Róng in Chinese medicine, is a highly valued mushroom recognized for its rich nutritional profile and high antioxidant content. Revered in both Siberian folk medicine and Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM), Chaga is traditionally used to nourish and stabilize Kidney Yīn, supporting the body’s deep reserves of vitality.*
Chaga is particularly esteemed for its role in fortifying Kidney Yīn and Jīng—two essential foundations of longevity and resilience in CCM. Contemporary research highlights its potential in supporting immune function and promoting a healthy inflammatory response, reinforcing its status as a powerful adaptogen.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: With a long history of use in Siberian folk medicine, Chaga has also been incorporated into CCM and other traditional systems for its deeply nourishing and restorative properties.*
Sourcing: Certified organic and wild-harvested in Canada, our Chaga is carefully selected for its potency and collected in its natural habitat to preserve its Yīn-nourishing qualities.
Parts Used: Fruiting Body
Role in Formula: As a Zuǒ Yào (Assistant) Herb, Chaga enhances the actions of other ingredients in the formula. It supports overall vitality by tonifying Kidney Yīn and reinforcing Jīng, while synergistically boosting immune resilience, promoting stress adaptation, and providing deep systemic nourishment—key elements in Twelve Rivers’ comprehensive approach to health.*
Description: Fú Shén is a highly regarded herb in Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM), traditionally used to calm the Shén (spirit) and strengthen the Heart (Xīn) and Spleen (Pí). Known for its grounding and stabilizing properties, it is frequently used to support emotional well-being, mental clarity, and digestive health—three closely linked functions in CCM.*
Fú Shén is particularly valued for its ability to anchor the Hún (ethereal soul), making it an important herb for restoring emotional stability, soothing restlessness, and promoting a sense of centeredness. It has been historically used to ease occasional worry and tension while supporting the body's ability to adapt to stress.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Cherished in Chinese herbal medicine, Fú Shén has long been used in formulas designed to calm the mind, nourish the Heart, and strengthen the digestive system—a reflection of the deep interconnection between emotional and physical well-being in CCM.*
Sourcing: Organically cultivated in Asia, our Fú Shén is sourced using traditional methods to preserve its calming and grounding qualities.
Parts Used: Sclerotium (Skin)
Role in Formula: As a Zuǒ Yào (Assistant) Herb, Fú Shén enhances the formula’s ability to soothe the mind, regulate the Heart and Spleen, and promote emotional balance. Its role in stabilizing Shén, supporting digestive resilience, and fostering mental clarity makes it a crucial part of Twelve Rivers’ comprehensive approach to wellness.*
Description: Known as Jī Sōng Róng in Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM), Royal Sun Agaricus is valued for its immune-supportive and detoxifying properties. Traditionally associated with the Lung (Fèi) and Liver (Gān) channels, it is believed to strengthen the body's natural defenses, promote detoxification, and support metabolic health.
Royal Sun Agaricus has also been regarded for its role in supporting overall vitality and longevity—a reflection of its deep nutritional and medicinal properties.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Originally native to Brazil, Royal Sun Agaricus, known locally as "Cogumelo do Sol" (Mushroom of the Sun), has been cherished by indigenous communities for its ability to enhance vitality and promote long-term wellness. Its integration into Chinese herbalism and other traditional medicine systems speaks to its broad-ranging benefits and adaptability.*
Sourcing: Organically cultivated in the USA, our Royal Sun Agaricus is grown using practices that preserve its full spectrum of bioactive compounds, ensuring its high nutritional and therapeutic value.
Parts Used: Whole Mushroom
Role in Formula: As a Zuǒ Yào (Assistant) Herb, Royal Sun Agaricus supports immune resilience, aids detoxification, and reinforces the actions of the principal and deputy herbs. Its focus on the Lung and Liver channels enhances the formula’s ability to support immune function, promote metabolic balance, and encourage overall well-being.*
Description: Known as Yún Zhī in Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM), Turkey Tail has been traditionally used to support immune function and promote internal balance. It is associated with the Spleen (Pí) and Lung (Fèi) channels, where it is believed to regulate Qì, aid in fluid metabolism, and enhance the body’s natural defenses. Turkey Tail is also valued in detoxification practices, where it is used to clear dampness and heat, key factors in maintaining physiological equilibrium.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: A staple in Chinese and Japanese herbal medicine, Turkey Tail has been used for centuries for its immune-modulating and detoxifying properties. Its rich concentration of polysaccharides and other bioactive compounds has made it a highly regarded mushroom for promoting long-term resilience and systemic support.*
Sourcing: Organically cultivated in the USA, our Turkey Tail is grown under conditions that maximize its potency, ensuring a high concentration of immune-supportive beta-glucans and polysaccharides.
Parts Used: Whole Mushroom
Role in Formula: As a Zuǒ Yào (Assistant) Herb, Turkey Tail reinforces immune function, aids in fluid metabolism, and strengthens the Spleen and Lung channels. Its role in managing dampness, clearing heat, and supporting the body's natural defense mechanisms makes it an integral component of the Twelve Rivers formula.*
Description: Known as Sāng Huáng in Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM), Willow Bracket has been traditionally used to support immune function and promote detoxification. It is closely associated with the Liver (Gān) and Kidney (Shèn) channels, where it is believed to aid in the clearance of toxins, regulate internal heat, and reinforce Yuán Qì), the body’s foundational energy. Willow Bracket is particularly valued for expelling dampness and reducing heat, key factors in maintaining physiological balance and systemic resilience.*
Ethnobotanical Tradition: Highly regarded in Chinese and Korean herbal traditions, Willow Bracket has long been used for immune support and detoxification. Its deep affinity with the Liver and Kidney channels has made it an important herb for maintaining internal equilibrium and supporting the body's ability to adapt to environmental stressors.*
Sourcing: Wild-harvested in Asia, our Willow Bracket is collected using traditional methods designed to preserve its full spectrum of beneficial compounds and enhance its detoxifying properties.
Parts Used: Fruiting Body
Role in Formula: As a Shǐ Yào (Envoy) Herb, Willow Bracket guides the actions of the formula toward the Liver and Kidney channels, enhancing detoxification, foundational energy, and systemic balance. It plays a critical role in coordinating the effects of the principal, deputy, and assistant herbs, ensuring the Twelve Rivers formula remains harmonized and effective.*
Our proprietary Spiced Winter Chai essential oil blend infuses the Twelve Rivers Functional Mushroom MycoMedic Elixir Tincture with deep, warming aromatic notes, reminiscent of a spiced mug of chai. This blend not only enhances the sensory experience but also imparts the natural phytotherapeutic benefits of each carefully selected oil.
Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Cinnamomum zeylanicum
- Part Used: Dried inner bark
- Origin: Sri Lanka
- Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Cardamom Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
- Part Used: Fruit Seeds
- Origin: India
- Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Ginger Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale Roscoe
- Part Used: Rhizomes
- Origin: India
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Nutmeg Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Myristica fragrans
- Part Used: Kernels
- Origin: India
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Allspice Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Pimenta officinalis
- Part Used: Berries
- Origin: Jamaica
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Benzoin Resin Oil
- Botanical Name: Styrax benzoin
- Part Used: Resin (Gum)
- Origin: Indonesia
- Extraction Method: Hexane Free
Star Anise Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Illicium verum
- Part Used: Fruits and Seeds
- Origin: India
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Sweet Orange Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis
- Part Used: Peel
- Origin: Italy
- Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Black Pepper Essential Oil
- Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
- Part Used: Dried Fruit
- Origin: India
- Extraction Method: Steam Distilled