Usnea-Barbata

Usnea or old mans beard, is a medicinal lichen that drips off the trees much like Spanish moss. Lichens are part algea and part fungi, growing all over the world. Usnea is wonderful as a tea or in tincture form.

Usnea benefits include:

antiviral, antibacterial properties

fights off colds and flu

breaks up phlegm, fights sore throats

anti-inflammatory

helps weight loss

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