Christmas Mistletoe The Plant.
Definition:
The word "Mistletoe" has its origins from two Anglo-Saxon words "tan" (twig) and "mistel" (dung). Another definition derives from the Celtic word for all-heal. Yet another is an Old English version of the word "Mistletoe" is, (misteltan).
The common name of various parasitic plants which the mistletoe plant is classified in the family Loranthaceae. There are two basic types of Christmas Mistletoe The Plant.
United States Mistletoe:
The United States has a variety of mistletoe which is similar to the European variety. Its common name is Phoradendron Flavescens. American Mistletoe The Plant grows in both subtropical and tropical regions from Texas to Florida and North along the Eastern states. It grows on what is known as deciduous trees. It thrives best on Elm and Red Maple trees. The American mistletoe produces more leaves and berries. It also has small yellow, red or green flowers which can bloom in February and March. Select to see all of our Christmas Decorations Ideas.
European Mistletoe:
The European mistletoe was named Viscum Album and grows on a variety of trees such as, juniper and apple. The body or base of the European Mistletoe that attaches to a hoist tree branch has dark green stick like stems. Branching outward from the base stem are several pairs of green pointy shaped leaves growing in clusters. The European evergreen shrub variety also produces small green flowers. Young mistletoe plants do not flower until they have matured in about five years. At the intersection of the stems, red or white waxy berries grow in dense clusters. Just for fun check out this 4 Inch Under The Mistletoe Kiss Ball for your holiday party.
Mistletoe Folklore:
One of the early beliefs was that mistletoe grew when birds landed on tree branches. The small white berry clusters are often eaten by birds. The bird droppings are left on tree branches and begin to seed. The juices in these white seeds are sticky so they stick too the tree branches. After eating mistletoe seed, birds often wipe their beaks on tree branches to remove the sticky remains. The mistletoe takes about six weeks to start growing. Select to see our Christmas Mistletoe Ball.
How Does The Mistletoe Plant Live?
Mistletoe is a parasitic plant. Tree branches are used as a host plant. As the mistletoe grows it grows roots that penetrate the soft tree bark. These new roots absorb the trees nutrients. The mistletoe is easy to spot in the winter because its leaves stay green all year long. To see our Christmas Mistletoe Balls select the following link. Mistletoe, Christmas Greenery, Christmas Picks.
To read additional Mistletoe trivia select Christmas Mistletoe The Plant, Mistletoe History and also Fresh Mistletoe Products.
The word "Mistletoe" has its origins from two Anglo-Saxon words "tan" (twig) and "mistel" (dung). Another definition derives from the Celtic word for all-heal. Yet another is an Old English version of the word "Mistletoe" is, (misteltan).
The common name of various parasitic plants which the mistletoe plant is classified in the family Loranthaceae. There are two basic types of Christmas Mistletoe The Plant.
United States Mistletoe:
The United States has a variety of mistletoe which is similar to the European variety. Its common name is Phoradendron Flavescens. American Mistletoe The Plant grows in both subtropical and tropical regions from Texas to Florida and North along the Eastern states. It grows on what is known as deciduous trees. It thrives best on Elm and Red Maple trees. The American mistletoe produces more leaves and berries. It also has small yellow, red or green flowers which can bloom in February and March. Select to see all of our Christmas Decorations Ideas.
European Mistletoe:
The European mistletoe was named Viscum Album and grows on a variety of trees such as, juniper and apple. The body or base of the European Mistletoe that attaches to a hoist tree branch has dark green stick like stems. Branching outward from the base stem are several pairs of green pointy shaped leaves growing in clusters. The European evergreen shrub variety also produces small green flowers. Young mistletoe plants do not flower until they have matured in about five years. At the intersection of the stems, red or white waxy berries grow in dense clusters. Just for fun check out this 4 Inch Under The Mistletoe Kiss Ball for your holiday party.
Mistletoe Folklore:
One of the early beliefs was that mistletoe grew when birds landed on tree branches. The small white berry clusters are often eaten by birds. The bird droppings are left on tree branches and begin to seed. The juices in these white seeds are sticky so they stick too the tree branches. After eating mistletoe seed, birds often wipe their beaks on tree branches to remove the sticky remains. The mistletoe takes about six weeks to start growing. Select to see our Christmas Mistletoe Ball.How Does The Mistletoe Plant Live?
Mistletoe is a parasitic plant. Tree branches are used as a host plant. As the mistletoe grows it grows roots that penetrate the soft tree bark. These new roots absorb the trees nutrients. The mistletoe is easy to spot in the winter because its leaves stay green all year long. To see our Christmas Mistletoe Balls select the following link. Mistletoe, Christmas Greenery, Christmas Picks.
To read additional Mistletoe trivia select Christmas Mistletoe The Plant, Mistletoe History and also Fresh Mistletoe Products.
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