Mistletoe has many mythic associations, but the most popular by far is the Christmas tradition of compelling people to kiss under it. With white, red, or pink berries, and its romantic associations, ...

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 ...

Mistletoe is a richly symbolic winter plant with an unusual life cycle. With more than half of England's traditional orchards lost since the mid-20th century, it would be easy to assume mistletoe is ...

Some of my earliest childhood memories of holidays include my mother purchasing mistletoe to hang in a doorway during Christmas. It was not as important a decoration as the Christmas tree, but it was ...

With Christmas arriving at a super-fast pace this year, we will be decorating our homes with evergreen trees, wreaths and of course, mistletoe. Who hasn’t been kissed under this plant, either in years ...

Mistletoe is a tradition for the holidays. Mistletoe is interesting botanically because it is a partial parasite. It grows on tree branches or trunks and sends out roots that penetrate into the tree.

The holiday season is filled with cherished traditions that warm our hearts and homes, but have you ever wondered how these customs might have originated? Are they from long ago, or are they modern ...

An expert explains if mistletoe is poisonous to dogs and cats, and how to enjoy this romantic Christmas plant safely. Mistletoe has many mythic associations, but the most popular by far is the ...