Research on the Action and Mechanism of Pharmacological Components of .

is a macrofungus that is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its insecticidal and stagnation-relieving properties. The active ingredients of this fungus including proteins, polysaccharides and sterols have been demonstrated to exhibit antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, and antitumor effects. has been used in clinical cancer treatment. Many studies on have concentrated on its cytotoxicity and anticancer effects. However, the investigation of its natural metabolites remains a significant area for further research. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of the research progress concerning the pharmacological components of . The aim of this discussion is to provide a reference for further in-depth study of , with the objective of exploring its potential value. Therefore, the focus of this review was on the classification of metabolites in and their mechanisms of action.