Cordyceps Mushrooms from 'The Last of Us' Used as Viagra Worldwide

Cordyceps mushrooms from 'The Last of Us' are used as Viagra worldwide. In the Himalayas, a subspecies called Cordyceps sinensis grows, which is four times more expensive than gold. In folk medicine, it is believed that the mushroom cures almost everything, including erectile problems. It is even called Himalayan Viagra. In Beijing, the highest price for the mushroom is $136,000 per 0.5 kg. Cordyceps grows high in the mountains and collecting it is extremely dangerous - last year more mushroom hunters died than people conquering Everest. Moreover, this business has become extremely dangerous due to gangs that steal and kill to claim the harvest. In a way, Cordyceps turns people into zombies - so much does everyone want to get it for different purposes.