Many plants play an important role in holiday celebrations, from evergreen trees to poinsettias, but mistletoe is unique in many ways. It is not only a major player in multiple Western mythologies but also a fascinating example of hemi-parasitism. Not sure what that means? Read on for the details.
The History of Mistletoe - The Kissing Plant
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December 2021 Newsletter - Fort Worth Botanic Garden
The KISStory of Mistletoe: Is Mistletoe a Semi-Parasitic?
History of Mistletoe: Why is it the Kissing plant?
Magical Mistletoe: Mythology and Natural History - Kimberly Us
Mistletoe – famous for stolen holiday kisses – is a parasite that
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December 2021 Newsletter - Fort Worth Botanic Garden