Feeling curious about Usnea medicinal uses and Usnea benefits? Then you're in for a treat, because this post is a beginner-friendly introduction covering the health benefits of the lichen known as Usnea. You may be wondering who is talking. I'm Rosa Wilde – wild food forager and community herbalist at The School of Wild Medicine. I’ve written this easy-to-read Usnea guide using trusted sources (you’ll find them listed at the end). Make yourself a nice cup of tea, get comfy and together we'll take some time to learn all about Usnea.