A Kiss is Just a Kiss . . . Fun Facts About Mistletoe

Everyone knows about the power of mistletoe at Christmas, right? It turns holiday romance democratic by making everyone equally kissable. But there is more to mistletoe than kissing and holiday merriment.

This year, as you await your chance under the mistletoe with that special someone, consider these fun facts--environmental and otherwise--about the unassuming little sprig that promises to enliven your holiday season.

_{Photo courtesy of the U.S. Geological Survey}