MEDICINAL FUNGUS GROWN ON INSECTS
n nature, the fungus infects invertebrates, with the fruiting body eventually erupting from the animal's body, killing it in the process. But despite its ghoulish life history, Cordyceps is of interest to scientists as it contains the bioactive substance cordycepin, which could be used for antiviral medications and cancer drugs. The problem is, obtaining it in the wild is difficult, and cultivating
