Usnea
Also known as: Old Man’s Beard
Description
Usnea is a form of therapeutic Lichen that is regarded as an Herb.
Botanical Names
Usnea barbata
Usnea dasypoga
Usnea florida
Usnea hirta
Usnea longissima
Health Benefits of Usnea
Cardiovascular System
Usnea may inhibit abnormal Blood Clotting. [1]
Immune System
Usnea may inhibit many types of (gram positive) Bacteria - Detrimental (due to its Usnic Acid content) including:
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- Respiratory System
- Usnea Contains these Substances
- Organic Acids
- Dosage Recommendations
- Commercial Availability of Usnea
- “Singular” Oral Usnea Products
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