For many people, mistletoe is a pest, while for others, it is a symbol of Christmas cheer. The origin of mistletoe as a Yuletide symbol came from the Norse and the Druids. Both had traditions that ...

Spouses and sweethearts enjoy the holiday tradition of affectionate kisses under the green, leafy sprigs of Yuletide mistletoe. Wild songbirds also have a tendency to actively seek out this native ...

Mistletoes evolved the ability to grow not on the roots of trees, but instead on their branches. Frankie Angel / Alamy Baldur, grandson of the Norse god Thor, woke up one morning certain that each and ...

It's long been known as a romantic symbol of Christmas, but the reality is that mistletoe has a darker side to it. For one, it can be poisonous for humans. And what's more, if you find that it's ...

Choosing a Christmas tree. Kissing under the mistletoe. Many people enjoy these fun traditions during the holiday season. But with climate change and habitat loss, some of these plants associated with ...

Mistletoe is a hemiparasite, meaning it is a parasitic plant, but it is not completely reliant on its host. They still have green leaves so they still take energy from the sun as well as their host.

Mistletoe may be a feature of the holiday season across the country but it isn't something anyone will want to see on trees. That's because despite its Christmas reputation, mistletoe is actually a ...

The holiday season is a joyous time for giving, togetherness, and yes, love. There are quite a few Christmas traditions, but perhaps none so famous as kissing under the mistletoe. Have you ever ...

Have you ever wondered why we kiss under mistletoe around the holidays? Well, the tradition dates back to ancient times, when the Greeks associated the plant with fertility and life. In Victorian ...

Poinsettia and mistletoe – are two very different plants that have gained popularity as decorations for the holidays. The poinsettia, one of the most popular winter holiday flowers are a decorator's ...

Summerville residents can embrace the holiday spirit at the Mistletoe Christmas Tree Lot. At 3408 Mistletoe Lane, owner Rob Zdenek promises to deliver “A Down Home Country Christmas” with fresh-cut ...