The difference between Cordyceps and Cordyceps Flower

Cordyceps is a very precious traditional Chinese medicine. It can not only be used to nourish the body, but also prevent many diseases. However, since the environment in which Cordyceps grows is generally harsh, the price of Cordyceps is also relatively expensive. Cordyceps and Cordyceps flowers are common things in our daily lives, but many people tend to confuse the two. So what are the differences between Cordyceps and Cordyceps flowers? The following introduces the differences between Cordyceps and Cordyceps flowers.

The difference between Cordyceps and Cordyceps Flower

Difference 1: Cordyceps is wild

The Cordyceps flower is artificial and the Cordyceps flower is the flower of Cordyceps sinensis. In fact, this is wrong. They are not related. Since the growth environment of Cordyceps sinensis is very strict, it cannot be cultivated artificially. Cordyceps flower is different. It exists in the wild, but in very small quantities. However, it can be cultivated artificially. Therefore, they are different medicinal materials.

Difference 2: The effects of Cordyceps and Cordyceps Flower are different

Although Cordyceps and Cordyceps flower are both varieties of Cordyceps and are edible, their effects are different. Cordyceps sinensis has the effects of nourishing the lungs and kidneys, and resolving phlegm and relieving cough. However, it is difficult to say what the efficacy of Cordyceps flower is, as the medicinal material has not yet been officially included in the scope of traditional Chinese medicine. It can generally be used for stewing soup, and the taste is still very good.

Difference 3: The appearance of Cordyceps and Cordyceps Flowers is different

The appearances of Cordyceps and Cordyceps flower are different. Cordyceps flower is mainly a fungus cultivated from rice, wheat, corn, beans, eggs and milk in a certain proportion. Of course, its appearance is like a fungus, and its color is golden yellow, which is similar to the appearance of Flammulina enoki mushroom; the appearance of Cordyceps sinensis is like a bug, and it also has a grass tail, so its appearance is quite different.

There is a big difference between Cordyceps flower and Cordyceps

Cordyceps flower is a new food ingredient that has emerged in recent years. It is available in dried form or fresh in vacuum bags.

"Cordyceps flower" is not the flower of Cordyceps sinensis. It is the artificially cultivated fruiting body of Cordyceps. The culture medium imitates the various nutrients contained in natural insects, including grains, beans, eggs and milk, etc. It is a kind of fungus. It is very similar to common edible fungi such as shiitake mushrooms and oyster mushrooms, except for the different strains, growth environment and growth conditions.

Cordyceps flower is mild in nature, neither cold nor dry, and can be eaten safely by most people. It is rich in protein, amino acids, cordycepin, mannitol, SOD, polysaccharides and other ingredients. Cordycepic acid and cordycepin can comprehensively regulate the internal environment of the human body, enhance the function of macrophages in the body, and play a certain role in enhancing and regulating the body's immune function and improving the body's disease resistance.

Cordyceps flowers are a beautiful golden color, have certain therapeutic effects, taste good, and are very suitable for cooking.

Smart businessmen gave it a beautiful name, calling it "Cordyceps Flower". In fact, there is a big difference in nature between Cordyceps Flower and Cordyceps. Cordyceps Flower is an edible fungus and has not been listed as a medicinal fungus. High-quality Cordyceps flower is sweet and mild in nature, neither dry nor hot, and is suitable for all seasons. It can not only nourish the body and beautify the skin, but also adjust the physical condition and alleviate aging. It is more stable than ginseng and deer antler (ginseng and deer antler are more likely to cause internal heat when taken as supplements in summer and autumn), so the consumption of Cordyceps flower is not restricted by physical condition, season or age. If consumed as a food ingredient for a long time, it has the effects of nourishing the lungs, kidneys and liver, anti-oxidation, anti-aging, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory, sedative, lowering blood pressure, and improving the body's immune ability. However, it is not as mysterious as the legends in the market, and its effects will only appear over time.

As part of our daily diet and health care, we should try to use more abundant and diverse ingredients to make the nutritional intake more diverse, so it is very helpful to try more new products.