Cordycep

AKA: Scarlet Caterpillar Club

Scientific: Cordycep Militaris

Class: Sordariomycete

Part used: Extracted fruiting body

Where: Gutian County, Fujian

Phyto-Nectars: Focused

Why

Cordyceps militaris is a mushroom with important edible and medicinal values, traditionally used for the treatment of fatigue it is hailed in traditional Chinese medicine for its invigorating properties, particularly for physical and mental fatigue. Included in our Focused nectar for its rejuvenating and stimulating properties.

The fruiting bodies of Cordyceps militaris are rich in protein, amino acids and other nutrients, as well as cordycepic acid, cordyceps polysaccharide, cordycepin, ergosterol superoxide dismutase, selenium, the extracts have been researched for their anti-inflammatory, immune-modulating, anti-oxidant, anti-aging and neuro-protective medicinal values.