Mistletoe Research May Keep You Healthy
Tuesday, May 23, 2017 - 16:02
in Biology & Nature
A new study examines the spread of mistletoe--a parasitic plant--and finds that the plant's success is determined not only by its compatibility with a host tree, but also whether or not the plants' fruiting seasons overlap. Knowing what factors are necessary for the parasite to spread may help scientists better understand the variability of other parasitic interactions, including infectious diseases.