6. Conclusion
The ancient medicinal mushroom C. militaris,
which has been used as a tonic drug in the old
civilization, is now a prospective source to
explore much mysterious potential. The novel
components obtained from C. militaris already
have significant number of clinically approved
beneficial effects for human health[3]. Especially,
the anti-cancer agent cordycepin from C. militaris
is expected to play evolutionary roles in the
pharmacognosy sector which can lead to create a
viable base for pharmaceutical industries as some
emerging diseases like CANCER, SARS, AIDS,
SWINE FLU have no complete remedies till now.
In this context, this novel medicinal mushroom
Cordyceps militaris needs further study,
pharmacological investigations, clinical trials and
public awareness.