False Mistletoe (Noun)
Meaning
American plants closely resembling Old World mistletoe.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The American mistletoe, also known as false mistletoe, is a hemiparasitic plant that grows on various trees and shrubs.
- Phoradendron leucarpum, commonly referred to as false mistletoe, is native to North America and is often found on deciduous trees.
- In the United States, the false mistletoe is a common sight during the holiday season, often being used as a substitute for the European mistletoe.
- The false mistletoe plant has a unique, leafy appearance that distinguishes it from other American plants.
- The false mistletoe, a plant closely resembling the Old World mistletoe, has become a popular Christmas tradition in many parts of the United States.