New research shows mistletoe in Oregon cities grows mainly on oaks and causes little harm, while offering food and shelter ...

Hanging mistletoe during the holiday season is a beloved tradition steeped in mystery, romance and a touch of superstition. While today it’s most commonly associated with sharing a kiss, mistletoe’s ...

When Thanksgiving is over and the holiday music starts to play on the radio, it’s time to haul out the seasonal decorations. The winter holiday season typically involves several types of decorative ...

David M Watson receives funding from the Australian Research Council In many parts of the world, Christmas and mistletoe are inextricably intertwined. So, as December 25 draws nearer, now is a good ...

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 ...

Lokesh Joshi receives funding from Irish and European Funding Agencies. It’s a cold December evening. The air is filled with laughter and carols, and homes glow with festive lights. Amid the seasonal ...