CORDYCEPS SINESNSIS

Description

GENERAL INFORMATION
Cordyceps sinesnsis is the only species of this genus found in Nepal. It
is a parasitic organism that grows on a rare Tibetan caterpillar until the
caterpillar dies and the mushroom sprouts from the caterpillar’s head.
Scientific Name: Cordyceps Sinensis
Nepali Name: Yarshagumba
English Name: Caterpillar Mushroom.
Details
Yarshagumba has two components the
lower part is dead caterpillar and the upper
part is a fungus. The fungus has a small
spike with dark brown fructification and
yellowish
white stalk. The size of the fungus is about
4 to 12 cm in length and 0.14 to 0.4 cm in
girth.
Yarshagumba is extremely rare. It is
distributed in the alpine region of the
Himalayas at the elevation of more than 4000m. It is mainly found
above the snowline in Dolpa, Jumla, Humla, Kalikot, Baglung,
Mustang, Manang, and Rasuwa districts of western and
central Nepal.
USE FOR
This powerful, and natural fungal herb effectively prevents and treats
a wide variety of diseases and health problems.
➢ Diseases of the respiratory system like asthma, tuberculosis, and
chronic bronchitis.
➢ Kidney troubles
➢ Heart problems including cardiovascular disease and
hypertension.
➢ Leukopenia and health problems caused by radiotherapy and
chemotherapy.
➢ Insomnia, fatigue, stress, and afflictions of the nervous system