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Usnea — Dual‑Extracted Lichen Extract

$25.00

Usnea Dual Extraction -Wild‑Harvested at High Elevations • Only Collected When Naturally Fallen

Usnea (Usnea spp.) is a lichen found in clean, high‑elevation forests throughout Appalachia. It grows slowly and is highly sensitive to air quality, making it a strong indicator of healthy mountain ecosystems. We harvest Usnea only when it has naturally fallen from branches during storms or seasonal shedding — never from living trees — and only from higher elevations where it grows most abundantly and cleanly.

We work with the whole lichen and use a dual‑extraction process to capture both its water‑soluble polysaccharides and alcohol‑soluble usnic‑acid compounds.

This extract reflects Usnea’s long history in folk herbalism and its deep connection to the Appalachian mountains — a steady, traditional ally for immune and respiratory support.

Ingredients

Usnea dual extract (alcohol/water).
Other Ingredients: Grain alcohol, purified water.
2 oz (60 mL)

Usnea Dual Extraction -Wild‑Harvested at High Elevations • Only Collected When Naturally Fallen

Usnea (Usnea spp.) is a lichen found in clean, high‑elevation forests throughout Appalachia. It grows slowly and is highly sensitive to air quality, making it a strong indicator of healthy mountain ecosystems. We harvest Usnea only when it has naturally fallen from branches during storms or seasonal shedding — never from living trees — and only from higher elevations where it grows most abundantly and cleanly.

We work with the whole lichen and use a dual‑extraction process to capture both its water‑soluble polysaccharides and alcohol‑soluble usnic‑acid compounds.

This extract reflects Usnea’s long history in folk herbalism and its deep connection to the Appalachian mountains — a steady, traditional ally for immune and respiratory support.

Ingredients

Usnea dual extract (alcohol/water).
Other Ingredients: Grain alcohol, purified water.
2 oz (60 mL)

What It Is

A pure, single‑lichen extract made from wild Usnea. In traditional herbalism, Usnea is valued for its immune‑supportive, respiratory‑supportive, and topical uses. It has been used both internally and externally in folk traditions across mountain regions.

Our dual‑extraction process draws out:

Key Constituents

  • Usnic acid — an alcohol‑soluble compound traditionally used for topical and respiratory support

  • Polysaccharides — immune‑modulating constituents

  • Lichen acids — supportive to overall vitality

  • Antioxidant compounds — traditionally associated with long‑term wellness

These constituents are traditionally associated with supporting immune pathways, respiratory harmony, and topical applications.

Traditional Herbal Actions

  • Immune‑modulating — supports balanced immune function

  • Respiratory supportive — traditionally used for throat and lung harmony

  • Topical supportive — used externally in folk herbalism

  • Tonic — steady, long‑term support

  • Energetically cooling — traditionally used to settle heat and irritation

Body System Affinities

  • Immune system — balanced, modulated support

  • Respiratory system — throat and lung pathways

  • Skin + topical pathways — traditional external use

  • Stress response system — grounding, steadying support

Who It’s For

Usnea is a good fit for people looking for:

  • daily immune support

  • traditional respiratory support

  • a lichen used both internally and externally in folk herbalism

  • antioxidant support for healthy aging

  • a grounding, steady tonic from high‑elevation forests

  • a responsibly harvested Appalachian extract

Usnea is especially appreciated by adults seeking a traditional immune and respiratory ally that reflects clean mountain ecosystems and ethical harvesting.

Key Benefits

  • Supports balanced immune function

  • Traditionally used to support respiratory harmony

  • Can be used internally or externally in folk herbalism

  • Provides antioxidant support for healthy aging

  • Dual‑extracted for full‑spectrum potency

  • Harvested only when naturally fallen, never from living trees

  • Sourced from clean, high‑elevation Appalachian forests

What’s In It

Usnea (Usnea spp.) — Dual Extract
Wild‑harvested only when naturally fallen, from high‑elevation Appalachian forests. Traditionally used to support immune balance, respiratory pathways, and topical applications.
Energetics: Cooling, drying, steady.

Suggested Use

Shake well before use. Take 1–2 mL (approx. 30–60 drops) once daily; may increase to twice daily as needed. Usnea is traditionally used for short periods of time rather than long‑term daily use. For external use, apply a small amount to clean skin as needed. Natural sediment may occur.

Safety & Cautions

Usnea is traditionally used for short durations rather than extended daily use. Not for use during pregnancy. Consult your healthcare provider if you are nursing, taking medications, or have underlying health conditions. Avoid use if you have known sensitivities to lichens. For external use, discontinue if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children.

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