The Ophiocordyceps sinensis – colloquially called caterpillar fungus or “Himalayan gold” – it can fetch astronomical prices ...

In the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, a rare fungus grows inside dead caterpillars. This parasitic fungus is celebrated for its supposed medicinal […] The post Collecting This Rare Fungus Increases Your ...

In traditional Chinese medicine, this parasitic fungus is prized for its purported medicinal effects. Known as Ophiocordyceps sinensis—colloquially, caterpillar fungus or "Himalayan gold"—it ...

They studied the cordycepin, a chemical produced by this parasitic fungus, and found that it interacts with the genes to interrupt cell growth signals. This caterpillar fungi has been consumed as ...

When accidents occur, it may be days before help arrives. It all comes down to the high-risk, high-reward nature of caterpillar fungus collection. For local villagers, the potential rewards of ...

In traditional Chinese medicine, this parasitic fungus is prized for its purported medicinal effects. Known as Ophiocordyceps sinensis – colloquially, caterpillar fungus or “Himalayan gold” – it can ...