Cordyceps Sinensis

Cordyceps sinensis, often called the “caterpillar fungus,” is a rare parasitic organism traditionally found in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, particularly in Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of India. It has been valued for centuries in traditional wellness practices and is known for its energizing, restorative, and immune-supporting properties. Because the natural form is extremely scarce and difficult to harvest, modern production mainly uses cultivated strains to maintain quality and availability.

What Cordyceps Sinensis Is

Cordyceps sinensis is a unique combination of a fungus and the larva of a specific insect species. In its natural form, the fungus infects the caterpillar, eventually consuming it and forming a long, slender fruiting body. Due to this unusual lifecycle and limited harvesting area, wild cordyceps is one of the most expensive natural ingredients in the world.

Most products available today use lab-grown cordyceps that replicate the active compounds of the wild fungus while ensuring safe, ethical, and consistent production.