This is true wild cordyceps. Not to be confused with the fakes from today's earlier blog. This sample came from the pharmacy DXD in San Diego, it was about $112 per liang (37.5 grams) a few years ago. The price has gone up dramatically since then. more »

This is a closeup shot of the fake cordyceps from today's earlier blog. I think the store in Chicago was selling this stuff for $5 or so for a box of 3 oz. That price is a dead giveaway, and of course the appearance and the flavor of the fake is pretty… more »

by Eric Brand Here is a nice specimen of counterfeit cordyceps. This specimen came from a Chinese herbal pharmacy in Chicago. Actually, I found it at the home of several TCM students, who had already eaten most of the box. Fortunately, this is not… more »