Viscum album is commonly known as mistletoe, a parasitic plant that grows on the branches of trees. There are numerous synonyms for this plant including all-heal, birdlime, and devil's fuge. Additionally, it is called the golden bough, kissing bough, and mystical bough, because of its popular association with the winter holiday season. Mistletoe has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its purported healing properties, and it is also a popular decorative element during the holiday season. While Viscum album may have multiple names, its association with love and joy during the winter season is a universal one.