Where can you find Cordyceps?

Cordyceps are found all over the world, but are most commonly found in Asia, with the highest density of species found in tropical rain forests. The traditional Cordyceps Sinensis grows naturally on caterpillars high in the mountains of China.

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Is Cordyceps legal in India?

Sale of Cordyceps is banned in India. Sikkim, another Himalayan state where the fungus is found, has acquired sniffer dogs specifically trained to detect Cordyceps on a person. Are Cordyceps expensive? It can sell for up to three times its weight in gold and can cost as much as about $63,000 per pound.

What is the most expensive worm?

The Keeda Jadi or the yarsgambu's scientific name is 'Ophiocordyceps Sinensis' and English speakers just call it caterpillar fungus. It will cost you 1000 Rs just to taste this king of worms. For one Kg of Keeda Jadi, it will cost up to 10 lakh rupees, as these are very difficult to find. How is Cordyceps Militaris grown? Nearly all Cordyceps militaris growers use a supplemented rice substrate (rice cooked with a nutrient broth) as they grow them in glass jars or bins/tubs. Other Cordyceps militaris growing methods that have been recorded include: Growing on moth/silkworm larva. Growing on different grains.

What substrate is best for cordyceps?

Tip: Brown rice is considered the best grain substrate for cordyceps. Mix 60 mL (2.0 fl oz) of distilled water into the grain. Use a measuring spoon or syringe to measure out 60 mL (2.0 fl oz) of distilled water.