Usnea (Usnea barbata)

“Nature’s Natural Antibiotic – The Lichen of the Lungs”

Also Known As: Old Man’s Beard, Beard Lichen, Tree Moss, Lungwort Lichen

Usnea, commonly called Old Man’s Beard, is a lichen—a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an alga—that grows on trees in clean, moist forests. This unique herbal medicine is revered for its potent antimicrobial, antifungal, and immune-boosting properties. Traditionally used for infections, especially of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract, Usnea is a powerful yet gentle ally in the herbal medicine chest.