chaga
/ˈt͡ʃæɡə/Definitions
1. noun
A type of fungus (Inonotus obliquus) that grows on birch trees and is used as a medicinal mushroom, particularly for its antioxidant and immune-boosting properties.
“The herbalist recommended drinking tea made from chaga mushrooms to alleviate her symptoms.”
2. noun
A type of coffee substitute made from the fungus Inonotus obliquus.
“She decided to try the chaga coffee substitute to save money and reduce her caffeine intake.”