食用阿斯特拉乌斯蘑菇因其营养和烹饪益处以及潜在的治疗特性而闻名。然而，仍然需要更多的研究和讨论来了解它们在观察到的生物活性和生物活性化合物的彻底化学分析方面的作用机制。本综述对 Astraeus 提取物及其分离化合物的生物活性特性和作用方式进行了全面的总结和讨论。它涵盖了它们报道的抗氧化、抗炎、抗糖尿病、抗癌、抗结核、抗疟疾、抗病毒和抗利什曼活性，以及​​它们对代谢和心血管健康以及免疫功能的潜在益处。该综述强调了糖醇、多糖、类固醇和羊毛甾烷三萜类化合物等分离化合物的生物潜力的重要性。此外，该综述还确定了研究不足的领域，例如 Astraeus 物种的化学分析，该领域具有巨大的研究潜力。最终，该综述旨在激发对这些蘑菇的营养保健品或疗法的进一步研究。© 2024 Wiley‐VCH GmbH。

Edible Astraeus mushrooms are known for their nutritional and culinary benefits and potential therapeutic properties. However, more investigation and discussion are still needed to understand their mechanisms of action regarding observed biological activities and thorough chemical analysis of bioactive compounds. This review provides a comprehensive summary and discussion of the bioactive properties and mode of action of Astraeus extracts and their isolated compounds. It covers their reported antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, anticancer, anti-tuberculosis, antimalarial, antiviral and antileishmanial activities, as well as their potential benefits on metabolic and cardiovascular health and immune function. The review highlights the significance of the biological potential of isolated compounds, such as sugar alcohols, polysaccharides, steroids, and lanostane triterpenoids. Moreover, the review identifies under-researched areas, such as the chemical analysis of Astraeus species, which holds immense research potential. Ultimately, the review aims to inspire further research on the nutraceuticals or therapeutics of these mushrooms.© 2024 Wiley‐VCH GmbH.