Icelandic Moss: Health Benefits

Stem plant

Acharius, Parmeliaceae, Iceland moss.

Medicinal drug

Lichen islandicus – Icelandic moss / Icelandic lichen consists of the whole or cut dried thallus of Acharius (PhEur).

Preparations

Lichen islandici extractum

Ingredients

Effects

  • Anti-irritant
  • Antimicrobial

Fields of application

  • Inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa, irritable cough.
  • Loss of appetite

Dosage

As an infusion, daily dose 4-6 g.