Q. With reference to ‘Cordyceps militaris’ seen in the news recently consider the following statements:
1.It is also called super mushroom.
2.It is found throughout the northern hemisphere.
3.It is responsible for decay of trees.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Statement 1: Cordyceps militaris is also called super mushroom because of its high medicinal properties.
Statement 2: It is found throughout the northern hemisphere.
Statement 3: The statement is incorrect. Cordyceps militaris is a parasitic fungus known for its anti-ageing, anti-viral, energy and immunity-boosting effect.
Source: The Hindu.
