December 12 has been traditionally the day of the feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe, but it also is National Poinsettia Day ...
December 12 – A Twice Special Day
Tag: Poinsettia
Poinsettia – A Christmas Miracle?
The poinsettia plant (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is native to Mexico’s Central and Southern regions, where it was domesticated in pre-Hispanic times, often used to dye textiles and was treasured as a tribute to gods, such as Tonantzin (Our Lady, Our Mother). Last year around this time, I got a large pot with three poinsettias as a rebate at the supermarket, and they are still alive and well ... click on title for more
FOTD – Poinsettias
During the Christmas season, there seems to be no vacant spot without a poinsettia, adorning gardens and churches, as well as many other public places … click on title for more
Poinsettias – From Tribute to Christmas Flower
The poinsettia plant (Euphoria pulcherrima) is native to Mexico's Central and Southern regions, where it grows as a perennial that may reach eight to ten feet in height. It was domesticated in pre-Hispanic times, and later on, started to appear in Franciscan Nativity processions during Spanish rule, as the plant’s specialized top leaves, called bracts, naturally turned bright red in the month of December … click on image for more
My Slice of Mexico 