Root and Spore (2025)

22/08/2025

Happiness isn’t just a feeling, it’s chemistry.✨

11/07/2025

Try our Reishi & Sceletium Tincture — a harmonious blend designed to nourish the nervous system.

Sceletium supports the grounding, calming qualities of Reishi, inviting a state of relaxed presence, emotional ease, and gentle gratitude.

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23/04/2025

In the heart of ancient forests, Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) stands as a testament to nature’s brilliance. More than a mushroom, it is a key to cognitive vitality—a revered ally in neurogenesis, memory, and mental clarity.

Modern science now echoes what traditional wisdom has long known: this extraordinary fungi stimulates NGF (Nerve Growth Factor), supporting brain function, neuroprotection and emotional well-being. A true elixir for the mind, Lion’s Mane whispers of focus, resilience, and regeneration.

Try our Lion’s Mane FOCUS capsules for some natural mental clarity. 🤩

11/04/2025

As autumn gently approaches, we’re invited to slow down, soften, and turn inward.✨
 This is the season of nourishment - of tending to our body as a sacred temple.

Golden Milk is sunshine in a mug, a centuries-old Ayurvedic elixir used as medicine to strengthen immunity, calm the nervous system, and ground the spirit.

☀️ Sacred Recipe
* 1 cup plant-based milk (almond, oat, or coconut)
* 1 tsp turmeric
* ½ tsp cinnamon
* ½ tsp fresh or ground ginger
* Pinch of black pepper (for enhanced absorption)
* 1 tsp raw honey or maple (to taste)

* Add 10-20 drops of our Reishi + Sceletium Tincture once heated — to invite ease, peace, and deeper presence 🙏

Gently heat, whisk with intention, and sip slowly.
 Let this ritual be a moment of warmth, stillness, and inner radiance.✨☀️

05/03/2025

A beautiful blend of Reishi, L-theanine and Magnesium threonate. 🪷

Reishi’s immunomodulatory properties assist in dealing with external stressors. Incorporating this amazing mushroom into your night-time routine will calm and set the tone for a deeper and more restful, healing sleep.

L-theanine promotes relaxation and facilitates sleep by contributing to a number of changes in the brain such as boosting levels of GABA and other calming brain chemicals.

Magnesium threonate is a brain-bioavailable form of magnesium that may calm the nervous system, relax muscles, regulate your circadian rhythm, help regulate neurotransmitters and balance sleep-related hormones.

So much magic in a single capsule.✨

https://www.rootandspore.co.za/products/sleep-capsules

10/01/2025

2025 - Your Year To Thrive✨

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

To our community…create a beautiful and abundant 2025.✨

We believe in YOU! ☺️

Mush love! ❤️🍄

22/11/2024

A groundbreaking moment for fungi…a new era of mycelial conservation! ✨🍄

The UK and Chile have introduced a global pledge to safeguard fungi, officially recognising them as a distinct kingdom of life. This historic initiative, highlights the critical role fungi play in our world, our ecosystems, in carbon sequestration, and climate resilience.

“This is the most important thing that has ever happened in the field of fungal conservation,” said Giuliana Furci, the Chilean-British chief executive of the Fungi Foundation.

The future is fungi! ☺️

11/10/2024

“The world belongs to the energetic.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson✨

For a natural and beautiful way to elevate your energy and immunity…try Cordyceps and Chaga, two powerhouse mushrooms! 🍄

Cordyceps: This adaptogenic mushroom helps improve ATP production—your body’s energy currency! It boosts oxygen uptake, improving stamina and endurance, making it a go-to for athletes and anyone needing a natural energy boost.

Chaga: Packed with beta-glucans and antioxidants, Chaga supports your immune system by reducing oxidative stress and fighting off inflammation. It’s also rich in melanin, which promotes radiant skin and overall cellular protection.

Incorporate these amazing mushrooms into your daily routine for enhanced energy, stronger immunity, and vibrant health! 💚

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13/09/2024

Mushrooms contain a variety of beneficial compounds, including polysaccharides, triterpenoids, and beta-glucans. These compounds have been shown to have a range of possible health benefits, including boosting the immune system, reducing inflammation, and fighting cancer. However, these compounds are not easily absorbed by the body. This is where the dual extraction method comes in.

By using water and alcohol to extract the compounds, we are able to increase their potency and bioavailability, meaning that more of the beneficial compounds are absorbed by the body.

The water extraction process is used to extract the polysaccharides and beta-glucans, which are water-soluble. The alcohol extraction process is used to extract the triterpenoids, which are not water-soluble.

The end result is a highly concentrated and potent extract that contains all of the beneficial compounds of the mushroom.✨🍄

19/07/2024

As the popularity of functional mushrooms grows globally, it’s crucial to respect their cultural and ecological origins. Sustainable harvesting practices, support for indigenous knowledge, and fair-trade initiatives are essential to preserving these valuable fungi and honouring the traditions from which they emanate.✨🙏

The history of Chinese medicine and the story of functional mushrooms like Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and Reishi offer a rich tapestry of ancient wisdom and modern health benefits. By understanding and respecting their origins, we can ensure that these powerful natural remedies continue to thrive and support wellness for generations to come.❤️🍄

Read more in our latest blog article: The Ancient Roots and Modern Blossoms of Chinese Medicine: The Tale of Functional Mushrooms✨

https://www.rootandspore.co.za/blogs/news/the-ancient-roots-and-modern-blossoms-of-chinese-medicine-the-tale-of-functional-mushrooms

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16/07/2024

We’re really excited to be collaborating with an amazing collective called Afrifungi.✨
Their mission is to empower individuals who aspire to create a path for themselves in the world of fungi. They are dedicated to providing support and mentorship to passionate mycologists who are eager to embark on their own growing and personal projects. By joining their community, you become part of a vibrant ecosystem where learning, growth, and innovation thrive. Explore our premium range of mushroom tinctures and capsules at any of their workshops on their Cape workshop tour.

Follow them here: Afrifungi

Grab a workshop ticket on their events tab on their page. 🎟

Stay tuned for more exciting collaborations to come! 🍄🙌

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05/07/2024

“I believe that mycelium is the neurological network of nature. Interlacing mosaics of mycelium infuse habitats with information-sharing membranes. These membranes are aware, react to change, and collectively have the long-term health of the host environment in mind. The mycelium stays in constant molecular communication with its environment, devising diverse enzymatic and chemical responses to complex challenges.”
― Paul Stamets

Read more about the magic beneath our feet on our blog where we delve into the intricate and beautiful world of mycelial networks.✨

https://www.rootandspore.co.za/blogs/news/beneath-our-feet-the-intricate-world-of-mycelium-networks

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