Think mistletoe is all about holiday romance? Think again. The festive plant -- which also goes by the name devil's fuge -- holds some sinister secrets. 1. Mistletoe is a parasite Mistletoe is an ...

But why is it a tradition to kiss underneath mistletoe? The plant, which is actually a parasite, has been used as a symbol of fertility for centuries, even dating back as far as the Celtic Druids ...

In this blog post, we'll guide you through a simple and adorable DIY project: creating mistletoe adorned with your baby's tiny footprints. By following these easy steps, you can create a beautiful ...

There, hard on the banks of the Ohio River and about as far south as one can get in Ohio, American mistletoe grows wild in the boughs of silver maples, elms and other trees. Stand under such a ...

It’s a holiday tradition. Get some mistletoe, hang it in the house or hold it above your head, find that special someone, stand together under the plant and smooch away. Seems innocent enough ...

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 ...

Some mistletoe begs for a sweet kiss under its leaves. And then there's the mistletoe that takes root in your trees, seemingly ready to devour them. Desert mistletoe, a partial parasite that feeds ...

Amid the seasonal decorations, sprigs of mistletoe hang in doorways, inviting warm exchanges of affection. For centuries, mistletoe has symbolised love, peace and healing, becoming a cherished ...

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 ...

Mistletoe may be charming at the holidays. But it’s considered a pest in landscape trees in California. Broadleaf mistletoe (Phoradendron macrophyllum) is a parasitic seed plant that pierces the ...