European mistletoe

Viscum album is a parasitic plant found in various regions including British Columbia, the conterminous 48 United States, Belgium, and several European countries. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia, but occurs only rarely in North America as an introduced species. The plant is part of the Santalaceae family and is one of the most widely recognized mistletoe species. It has been the subject of botanical study, including discussions on its taxonomic classification and type designation.