Like parasites such as fleas, ticks and most fungi, mistletoe takes nutrients from trees and gives back nothing in return. Once a mistletoe seed lands on a branch, it sends a root-like projection ...

Q: I have a lot of mistletoe in my street tree, which is some sort of ash, I think. Is it a problem and if so, how do I get rid of it? A: Broadleaf mistletoe is an evergreen parasitic plant that grows ...

Mistletoe infestation was not linked to negative health outcomes for the trees the festive favorite was parasitizing.

A parasitic plant with potentially poisonous berries might not sound like something that would boost your Christmas decorations to the next level. But, botanically speaking, that’s what mistletoe is.

"Mistletoe grows into the wood of the tree, drawing water and minerals out," he said. "Mistletoe is a plant, so it makes its own nutrients from photosynthesis, but it is the tree's water that it pulls ...

For many people, mistletoe is a pest, while for others, it is a symbol of Christmas cheer. The origin of mistletoe as a Yuletide symbol came from the Norse and the Druids. Both had traditions that ...

I have seen a lot of mistletoe growing in trees around town and I was wondering if it was harmful to the tree. Should people remove it or let it be? Thank you. – Donna W. Well, it is the season for ...

Once autumn leaves have fallen, mistletoe becomes highly visible on large trees throughout Kentucky. Phoradendron, the scientific name for this parasitic plant, means tree thief. You commonly can find ...

So why has this tradition lasted? Probably because it hits the perfect holiday sweet spot: a little awkward, a little ...

Mistletoe may symbolize love and prompt a kiss this time of year, but what if it’s killing your trees? Nancy Miller of Canyon Country wrote to the SoCal Garden Clinic about her problem: Ten years ago ...

Once autumn leaves have fallen, mistletoe becomes highly visible on large trees throughout Kentucky. Phoradendron, the scientific name for Kentucky’s most common variety of this parasitic plant, means ...

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from my family to yours! Here is some information about mistletoe: Once autumn leaves have fallen, mistletoe becomes highly visible on large trees throughout ...