The history of mistletoe is the stuff of lore, but growing this wild parasitic plant is less mysterious than you may think.

Mistletoe's long been a Christmas staple, like mince pies, a fir tree, a dried fruit pudding and the Kings Speech - but are ...

Just like the Christmas tree, mistletoe was also originally used in pagan festivities over the winter period before being co-opted for Christian celebrations. There is no one mistletoe plant, as its ...

Oaks were seen as sacred trees and the fruit of the mistletoe was a symbol of life in the dark winter months. In Scandinavia and other parts of northern Europe like Germany, 'Jul' was the name ...

Hanging mistletoe during the holiday season is a beloved tradition steeped in mystery, romance and a touch of superstition.

Kissing under the mistletoe at a Christmas party is dying out because workers fear being accused of abuse, an auctioneer of the plant has claimed.The tradition of kissing under the foliage took off in ...