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The powerful (and proven) medicinal properties of this messy lichen are phenomenal

Photo: Usnea is also known as Old Man’s Beard

This inconspicuous lichen is actually very common and even if you have noticed it, you are probably not aware of its bountiful medicinal properties; it’s called Usnea. I like to call it a ‘cure-all’ because it has so many therapeutic uses. It has been used by many traditional cultures for thousands of years for practical, medicinal and ceremonial purposes. …