Cordyceps sinesis is latin name for Yarsagumba. Yarsagumba is literally a plant in Summer and animal in winter. It is a type of fungus which grows on Catterpillar and is fostly found in meadows above 3,500 meter.It is unique and rare found in himalayan region of Nepal and Tibet.
In Nepal, it is found in Dolpa district during May and June. Collecting Yarsagumba was illegal till 2001. Many people from himalayan region travel to upper himalayan region to collect yarsagumba keeping their life in risk. It is a source of income for the people of Dolpa district and all school are closed during such period.
Why it is important?
It is important in the sense that it is used as Medicine for various health problem.
Yarsagumba can be used for/as:-
- a tonic to gain energy and vitality
- immunity builder
- treatment for asthma , bile disease and cancer
- strengthens heart and lungs function
- natural viagra
- medicine for allergy
The price of Yarsagumba is rising every year. It is very expensive and its price are comparable to gold. So Yarsagumba are called as Gold rush for Nepal. The best market for it is China.
People collecting Yarsagumba in Dolpa
Yarsagumba in soil
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