The hyphal system is trimitic, with generative hyphae 3–5 μm in diameter, hyaline, thin-walled, with clamp connections.

Skeletal hyphae measure 4.5–7 μm in diameter, and are golden brown in 5% KOH solution and are dextrinoid in Molder's reagent.

[7] G. sinense has been used in traditional Chinese medicine since ancient times, appearing in the Shennong Ben Cao Jing, written in the third century CE.

It also appears in the 11th century CE materia medica, Ben Cao Gang Mu, by Song dynasty physician Tang Shenwei, among others.

[citation needed] G. sinense has wide applications in traditional Chinese medicine, as it is believed to strengthen the body's immune system and disease response while regulating metabolism and normalizing organ function.

[citation needed] It is also believed to be useful for platelet-aggregation and as an anti-thrombotic, hepatic-protective, antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor and anti-radiation agent.