Poinsettia

Alternatively known as the Flame Leaf or the Flower of the Holy Night, poinsettias are popular adornments in churches, homes and offices all through the Christmas season. The star-shaped leaves of the flowering plant are symbolic of the Star of Bethlehem and the color red represents the blood sacrifice through Jesus

2 Replies to “Poinsettia”

  1. Nice article about poinsettias, they are a great Christmas plant and have a very interesting history once you sort out the facts from fiction. Thanks for the details.

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