Genus Nigroporus is a type of fungi that belongs to the family Polyporaceae. It is also known by several synonyms such as Poria nigropora, Polyporus nigroporus, and Trametes nigropora. These synonyms are used to refer to the same fungi species, and they are often interchangeably used based on the preference of the user. These synonyms are essential since they help in easy identification and classification of the fungi species. Genus Nigroporus is renowned for its medicinal properties, and it has been used for ages to treat various ailments. Some species of Nigroporus are also edible and are used as a food source in some regions.