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Kissing under the Mistletoe is a relatively modern tradition but its origins go back centuries.

Have some fun with your preschooler this winter with these "cool" ideas.

Mistletoe, a parasitic plant which grows on trees, is mainly associated with Christmas. There are many mistletoe legends and the Mistletoe may have medicinal properties.

Traditionally hung above a doorway to encourage affection, mistletoe is indexed as a poisonous substance but is being used to treat cancer.

Holly and Mistletoe have a long tradition in the cottage gardens and folk lore of old England and those traditions have become part of the Christian festive season.

Fruiting in mid-winter, the evergreen Mistletoe held symbolism for the ancient Germanic and Celtic tribes and remains popular in modern Christmas traditions.

Several diseases and parasitic infestations cause untold damage to pinyon pines. Here are ways to help recognize and diagnose them.

Known as the mightiest of trees, the oak has been revered for its sheltering and stable presence by ancient Druids and modern Pagans alike.

Mistletoe has been used for thousands of years, in both religious ceremonies and for medicinal purposes, in healing such conditions as epilepsy and cancer.

Many legends surround holly, a favorite Christmas decoration. Not all holly is evergreen and the familiar red holly berries are produced only by the female holly plant.

Mistletoe is associated with Christmas and kissing, but the natural history of this familiar group of parasitic plants is as interesting as the tradition and folklore.

Mistletoe was revered by the ancient Druids both magically and medicinally. It's possible that modern mistletoe traditions have their roots in ancient beliefs.

There are millions, perhaps billions of bacteria and fungi that come into contact with plants every day.

Going to Yellowstone National Park this spring? Take US 16 to see lovely Wyoming wildflowers. Learn about five commonly seen native wildflowers of the Big Horn Mountains.

Holly and mistletoe as symbolic plants were not always associated with Christmas. The Poinsettia has always been and is based on a Mexican legend.

Kissing under the mistletoe is a fun and romantic part of the holiday season. Where did this custom originate? Where can this magical plant be found?