Wildcrafted Usnea

Wildcrafted Usnea

Produced by Marija Petrovic at 105 E 6th Street Jacksonville, FL 32206 in a cottage food operation that is not subject to Florida’s food safety regulations. 

Gluten-free, Egg-free, Sugar-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free, Soy-free

20 grams/ 0.7

Usnea or Usnea spp (botanical name) 

Is a liche ( part algae, part fungi) and has been found growing on oaks and has been commonly known as “ old man’s beard”. Ancient Greeks, Native Americans, and traditional

Chinese medicine practitioners used Usnea to support respiratory, digestive, kidney, and urinary tract health. Its constituents are polyphenols, flavonoids,  polysaccharides, and triterpenes, and overall ulna has been used for its anti-inflammatory effect. Use caution in pregnancy and be careful as it can lead to liver damage due to usnic acid.  

Contraindications and cautions: Please consult a qualified health care provider and use caution in children, the elderly, pregnancy, and breastfeeding. 

Reference

https://mountainroseherbs.com/usnea 

https://www.gaiaherbs.com/blogs/seeds-of-knowledge/usnea-overview