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Usnea
Usnea is a common and scientific name for several species of lichen in the family Parmeliaceae, that generally grow hanging from tree branches, resembling grey or greenish hair. It is sometimes referred to as Old Man's Beard, Beard Lichen, or Treemoss.
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