Cordyceps is a genus of more than 300 species of fungi , the majority of which are endoparasites that infect and digest insects and other arthropods. They have a cosmopolitan distribution and are particularly diverse in Asia. 5.1. INTRODUCTION Cordyceps is the composite of a genus of fungus that grows on the larva of insects. To date, more than 350 Cordyceps -related species have been found worldwide based on fungus and/or insect host. However, since 1964, only Cordyceps sinensis has been recorded officially as an herbal drug in Chinese pharmacopoeia. C. sinensis, known as Dongchongxiacao (winter-worm summer-grass) in Chinese, is one of the most famous traditional Chinese medicines and medicinal mushrooms. The ... Learn about cordyceps , a parasitic fungi with potential health benefits, such as anti-fatigue, anti-aging and anti-cancer properties. Find out the different types of cordyceps , how to eat them and what products to avoid. Abstract Cordyceps sinensis, also called DongChongXiaCao (winter worm, summer grass) in Chinese, is becoming increasingly popular and important in the public and scientific communities. This study summarizes the chemical constituents and their corresponding pharmacological actions of Cordyceps sinensis.
