Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) Essence Chaga inspires action, perseverance, and passion. This fungi not only grows, but thrives, in cold and harsh climates. Its ability to thrive despite the challenges presented in those environments, evokes a sense of resilience and perseverance. Correspondent with Mars, it carries an smoldering warmth that sparks passion as well as the dedication to see it through. Chaga will also help to moderate a volatile temperament. All mushrooms are ethically wild-harvested or cultivated in North America. Volatilized Mushroom Essences: Our mushroom essences are prepared by volatilizing our Spagyric Tinctures to attain the most subtle part of the mushroom. Whereas our Spagyric Tinctures are corporeal and embodied - working with the physical body and the physical properties of the mushrooms - our essences are attuned to the subtle energies of the mushrooms. Each mushroom has an association with the mind body and spirit, and while our tinctures hit on all three of those levels, our essences focus on the body and the spirit. Each essence is crafted with thought and care under a corresponding planetary energy to offer a truly unique expression of the fungi.