Usnea Extract
A powerful traditional support for the lungs and urinary system Usnea, often called Old Man’s Beard, is a remarkable lichen that grows in the clean, undisturbed air of the forest. Herbalists have long turned to usnea for support during times of imbalance in the respiratory and urinary systems. This extract offers a concentrated and potent way to work with a plant that many consider the lungs of the forest. Traditional Qualities Usnea is known for its natural antibacterial, antimicrobial, and anti-fungal actions. In folk herbalism it is used to support the body when the mucus membranes feel irritated or burdened. These membranes line the throat, sinuses, lungs, gut, and urinary tract. When these areas feel heavy or congested, usnea has been used to help the body return to a more balanced state. Usnea also has a long history of use for grounding and clearing. Why You May Reach For It Supports the body during times of respiratory or urinary discomfort Traditionally used to encourag