The KISStory of Mistletoe: Is Mistletoe a Semi-Parasitic?

The mysterious history of mistletoe, the kissing plant that became associated with Christmas traditions and the Holidays after an interesting beginning.

Mistletoe is a parasite — this is the story behind its Christmas kissing tradition

Is there anything as romantic as kissing under a parasitic poisonous plant?

Is there anything as romantic as kissing under a parasitic poisonous plant?

Mistletoe – famous for stolen holiday kisses – is a parasite that steals water and nutrients from other plants

The Real (and Weird) Reason We Kiss Under the Mistletoe – Garden Betty

Mistletoe: Why the Kissing Plant is a Parasite - Plantlife

Science: evidence is intelligence - 🎄The Enduring Romance of Mistletoe, a Parasite Named After Bird Poop: Mistletoe is definitely not your typical shrub—it's a parasite that attacks living trees. Technically, mistletoes—there are

Mistletoe: The Parasitic, Poisonous Plant Perpetuated by Poop, by Tracy Stengel, The Bad Influence

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Mistletoe, a storied plant from myths that is actually a parasite.