Originally from Mexico and Central America, Poinsettias are by
far the most popular of flower plants during Christmas. As a
matter of fact, they are the largest flowering plant crop in the
U.S. with sales of over 63 million pots! Native to the warmer
southwestern U.S. climates and Mexico, Poinsettias are
susceptible to cold and frost. So, when you bring them home in
cold weather, make sure to bring them right home. Don't leave
them in your car and go back to your Christmas shopping.
Poinsettias are named after Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first
Ambassador to Mexico who brought the plant back to his
plantation in the U.S. He grew the plants in his Greenville, S.C
plantation and gave them out as gifts to friends. Did you Know?
Day is December 12th. It was declared in honor of the death of
Joel Roberts Poinsett on December 12, 1851. Poinsettias are not
poisonous as many believe. But eating them could give you a
stomach ache. Selecting Healthy Plants: Look for lots of dark
green leaves and bright colored flowers, c