lichen
'lichen' is a highly searched keyword with 450,000 average monthly searches. It has relatively low competition on Etsy with only 5,588 listings targeting the keyword. In the past year, search interest peaked in March 2026 — timing your listings around that window can give you an edge. With a keyword difficulty of 18/100, 'lichen' is relatively easy to rank for because search volume is high while competition is low. Products in this category typically sell between $3.50 and $139.95, with most priced around $15.95. The estimated cost per click for 'lichen' is $0.22 and the ad market has low competition, meaning not many advertisers are using paid ads to target this keyword.
Monthly Search Volume
450,000
Competition
5,588
Cost Per Click
$0.22
Keyword Difficulty
18/100
Easy
'lichen' Search Trend
| Month | Searches |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 368,000 |
| August 2025 | 368,000 |
| September 2025 | 368,000 |
| October 2025 | 368,000 |
| November 2025 | 368,000 |
| December 2025 | 301,000 |
| January 2026 | 368,000 |
| February 2026 | 368,000 |
| March 2026 | 1,000,000 |
| April 2026 | 450,000 |
| May 2026 | 368,000 |
| June 2026 | 301,000 |
How Much Does 'lichen' Cost on Etsy?
69 listings · USD
Search Volume by Country
450,000Competition by Country
5,588How to Rank for 'lichen' on Etsy
Target the Right Market
United States leads both search demand (30%) and competition (55%) for 'lichen', but neither is overwhelmingly dominant.
Price Competitively
The price range for 'lichen' is unusually wide — from $3.50 up to $139.95. The median sits at $15.95, which is a better benchmark than the average since the spread is so large. The $10 – $25 range dominates at 43% of listings — pricing outside this band means either competing on value or justifying a premium. This mid-range pricing supports both competitive and premium approaches. Differentiate with personalization options, gift packaging, or material quality rather than price alone.
Ranking Difficulty
With a difficulty score of 18/100, 'lichen' is rated easy to rank for on Etsy. This is a rare combination — high demand with low difficulty. New listings can gain traction quickly here, so prioritize this keyword in your title and tags before competition catches up.
Optimization Tips
'lichen' is short and broad, which means Etsy will match it against a wide range of listings. Lead your title with this keyword followed by specific modifiers that describe your product — for example, pairing it with terms like 'moss' narrows the match and helps Etsy show your listing to the right buyers. Fill your remaining tags with related variations and synonyms — Etsy treats each tag as a separate ranking opportunity. Complete every listing section (description, materials, tags) and add many high quality images and a video, as Etsy's algorithm factors listing quality into search rankings.
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Top Etsy Listings for 'lichen'
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Individual "Plantable" Eye Lichen (Labyrinth themed gift)
SweetLightArtistry
Lichen Organic Cotton T shirt
SolsticeHandmadeShop
Forest Lichen Earrings: Botanical Moss Jewelry Inspired for Nature Lovers
BotaniaJewellery
Lichen Covered Bark, Floral Design, Fairy Garden, Vivarium, Isopods, Woodland Crafts, Terrariums, Organic, Untreated
RiceWineDIYShop
Lichen Silk velvet fabric by the yard
Silkvelvetshop
Usnea Lichen Salve - All Natural Herbal Salve, Usnea Lichen Infused Salve, Body, Foot & Toenail Salve - High Potency Herbal Formula
ShopEarthFolk
25 pc LIVE terrarium moss lichen bushy lichen mossed bark decor
LichenLover
Real Lichen Pendant Necklace, Botanical Terrarium Jewelry
BotaniaJewellery
Usnea Lichen, Whole (Usnea barbata)
GrassrootsHerbSupply
Social Climber 2 Colors: Lichen or Ice 100% Quilting Cotton Fabric ~ Love Always, AM Collection by Anna Maria for Free Spirit Fabrics
SassyandChicFabrics
Mini Lichen Rocks: Natural Habitat and Terrarium Decor
ReignofTerraStudios
10 pack 6"-12" Live Lichen & Moss Covered Wood Sticks for Terrarium Fairy Garden Vivarium Decor
TheVelvetBegonia
Frequently Asked Questions About 'lichen'
'lichen' receives 450,000 monthly searches globally. That's strong demand without overwhelming competition, which is an attractive combination for sellers.
There are 5,588 Etsy listings competing for 'lichen'. Relative to the search demand, that's low saturation. Well-optimized listings can rank on the first page without needing an extensive sales history — this is the kind of keyword where newer shops can gain a foothold.
'lichen' has a keyword difficulty of 18/100 (easy). The low difficulty makes it accessible for shops of all sizes. Even without extensive reviews, you can rank well with a properly optimized listing.
Prices for 'lichen' products range from $3.50 to $139.95. The median is $15.95 and the average is $28.67. The gap between average and median tells you there are outliers pulling the average up — the median is a more reliable benchmark for what most buyers actually pay. 43% of listings fall in the $10 – $25 range, which is where most buyer expectations are set.
United States generates 30% of searches for 'lichen'.
Since 'lichen' is a broad, short keyword, Etsy will match it against thousands of listings. Your title needs to lead with this keyword followed by descriptive modifiers that signal exactly what you sell. Given the low difficulty, a complete listing with good photos and all 13 tags filled should be enough to reach the first page. Focus on getting your first few sales and reviews to lock in your position. Good supporting tags to use alongside 'lichen' include 'moss' and 'usnea'.
The cost per click for 'lichen' is $0.22. Low advertiser activity combined with low organic competition suggests this keyword may be overlooked by larger sellers. That's often where the best opportunities are — less noise, more targeted buyers.
Search volume dropped 18% between July 2025 and June 2026. Demand peaked around March 2026, which may indicate seasonal patterns. Check whether this dip repeats annually — if so, plan your inventory and listing renewals to go live before the next peak.
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