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You are purchasing Cordyceps sinensis grain dry mycelium.
This listing is for MYCELIUM ONLY — the vegetative growth stage of the fungus.
✔️ Not a fresh mushroom
✔️ Not a dried mushroom
✔️ Not a food or ready-to-eat product
The mycelium is intended for cultivation and biological growing purposes.
About Cordyceps sinensis Mycelium
Cordyceps sinensis is an entomopathogenic fungus in the family Cordycipitaceae. Its mycelium naturally develops on insect hosts or controlled organic substrates, contributing to biomass production for research, cultivation, or biotechnological purposes.
The mature fungus (not included in this sale) is characterized by:
Cylindrical, club-shaped fruiting bodies
Orange to reddish coloration
Growth on caterpillar larvae in high-altitude grasslands in its natural habitat
Widely studied for bioactive compounds
This product contains MYCELIUM ONLY, representing the initial developmental stage of the fungus.
Natural Growing Conditions
In nature, Cordyceps sinensis mycelium is found in:
Alpine and subalpine meadows
On insect hosts, primarily larvae of Lepidoptera
Cool, humid soils with leaf litter and organic matter
Temperate to subalpine high-altitude environments
Fruiting naturally occurs in summer, depending on local environmental conditions.
Cultivation Context (Mycelium Use)
This mycelium is suitable for controlled cultivation on appropriate organic or insect-based substrates, under conditions that replicate its natural or artificial growth environment.
Typical environmental features include:
Sterile or semi-sterile organic substrates (grain, insect-based medium)
Moist, aerated, and nutrient-rich growth medium
Controlled temperature and humidity
Minimal disturbance to the inoculated medium
Care & Environmental Considerations
Maintain moderate substrate moisture
Avoid chemical contaminants
Handle with sterile technique where possible
Preserve integrity of inoculated medium
Storage Instructions
Store unused mycelium in a sealed container
Keep in a cool, dry place
Refrigeration is acceptable
Protect from freezing and direct sunlight
Summary
✔️ Cordyceps sinensis grain dry mycelium
✔️ Entomopathogenic fungus for cultivation and research purposes
✔️ Suitable for controlled cultivation on organic or insect-based substrates
✔️ Product contains MYCELIUM ONLY