Christmas Red Poinsettia

by Charlene Adler

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Christmas Red Poinsettia

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Charlene Adler

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Photography by Charlene Adler
A bright red poinsettia is the centerpiece of many Christmas gatherings. Bright red flowers complement the table and add to the festive spirit.

The poinsettia (/pɔɪnˈsɛtiə/ or /pɔɪnˈsɛtə/)(Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a commercially important flowering plant species of the diverse spurge family Euphorbiaceae. Indigenous to Mexico and Central America, the poinsettia was first described by Europeans in 1834. It is particularly well known for its red and green foliage and is widely used in Christmas floral displays. It derives its common English name from Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first United States Minister to Mexico, who is credited with introducing the plant to the US in the 1820s. Poinsettias are shrubs or small trees, with heights of 0.6–4 m (2.0–13.1 ft). Though often stated to be highly toxic, the poinsettia is not dangerous[3] to pets or children. Exposure to the plant, even consumption, most often results in no effect,though it can cause nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

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December 8th, 2022

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