How mistletoe is both a parasitic plant and a holiday tradition

What people often do not know is that mistletoe is a true parasite.

Behind the Tradition: Mistletoe - Bengert Greenhouses

Mistletoe Is a Parasitic, Explosive Plant That Maybe You Shouldn't Stand Underneath - Atlas Obscura

The parasitic mistletoe is a puzzling holiday tradition

Mistletoe hangs around as centuries-old Christmas tradition - 101 Highland Lakes

Mistletoe: Romantic holiday tradition or parasitic plant?

Why Do We Kiss Under The Mistletoe? - Farmers' Almanac - Plan Your Day. Grow Your Life.

Why do we kiss under the mistletoe during the holidays?

Controlling Mistletoe in Trees - Alabama Cooperative Extension System

The Biology of Mistletoe, Science

Mistletoe: Holiday tradition plays hard to get, Life & Arts