Poinsettia Flower Of The Holy Night. As bright thoughts flash through dull grief-laden day The red poinsettia raise its flag of hope. We call them poinsettias.
Otherwise known as the Mexican Fire plant or the Flower of the Holy Night. Crown of the Andes. Some say the shape of the flowers on the Poinsettia are to resemble the Star of David that hung over the manger to guide the Magi to the stable where Jesus was born.
What is a poinsettia.
Technically theyre not flowers but whats called bracts or modified leaves. I love legends dont you. With such history and beauty. Joel Poinsett who was the first ambassador to Mexico brought the bright red star-shaped flower to the United States.