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Polypores - Polyporaceae, Basidiomycetes - Basidiomycetes. Common name: blood sponge. Pharmacy name: tissue of the fruiting body of the mushroom - Fungus chirurgorum.

Botanical description. The fruiting body of the fungus develops on the surface of tree trunks. It is semicircular or hoof-shaped, up to 50 cm in height, 30 cm in width and 25 cm in thickness, brownish-gray in color.

Most often, this parasitic fungus is found on deciduous trees, especially beech.

Active ingredients. The chemical composition of the fungus has been poorly studied; Apparently, it contains substances that cause a hemostatic effect.

Application. Currently not in use; previously used in surgery as a hemostatic agent.