Tiger’s Paw Fungus

Tiger’s Paw Fungus

　　Tiger’s Paw Fungus has historically been regarded as a national treasure and was one of the tribute items offered to successive dynasties. This fungus has no cap or stem, and its surface is covered with fine, velvety hairs in a yellowish-brown color, along with distinct black patterns that resemble tiger claws—hence its name.

Tiger’s Paw Fungus is highly nutritious and valuable economically, giving off a strong aroma when fresh and an even richer fragrance when dried. It grows between August and September in the deep grass of high mountain cliffs, and is produced only in a few areas of Chuxiong Prefecture and Lijiang County in Yunnan Province, making it quite rare and precious.