Yarchagumba, a rare parasitic fungus that grows on caterpillars in the himalayas, is highly prized in Nepal. It is used in traditional medicine, notably as an aphrodisiac. Cordyceps sinesis is collected from high grasslands in Dolpo and sold on to traders in the market towns. In 2008 each piece was fetching Rp200 in the rural areas, and up to US$15,000 a kilogram on the world market.
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