Today is National Poinsettia Day
Joel Roberts Poinsett
Did you know that the poinsettia has a special day all its own? By an Act of Congress, December 12th was set aside as National Poinsettia Day.
It is in honor of Joel Roberts Poinsett, who died on December 12, 1851. Poinsett was the first US Ambassador to Mexico and is credited with introducing the native Mexican plant to the United States. He grew the plants in his Greenville, S.C plantation and gave them out as gifts to friends. In addition to recognizing Poinsett, the purpose of the day is to enjoy the beauty of this popular holiday plant.
In Mexican folklore, there is a story of a little poor girl who had nothing to bring to church for Christmas. On her way to church, she picked some plants by the side of the road. As she entered the church, the ends of the leaves turned into bright, brilliant red flowers. You guessed it... Poinsettias.
This year, share the beauty of this holiday tradition by giving someone a poinsettia on December 12th... National Poinsettia Day!
Joel Roberts Poinsett
Did you know that the poinsettia has a special day all its own? By an Act of Congress, December 12th was set aside as National Poinsettia Day.
It is in honor of Joel Roberts Poinsett, who died on December 12, 1851. Poinsett was the first US Ambassador to Mexico and is credited with introducing the native Mexican plant to the United States. He grew the plants in his Greenville, S.C plantation and gave them out as gifts to friends. In addition to recognizing Poinsett, the purpose of the day is to enjoy the beauty of this popular holiday plant.
In Mexican folklore, there is a story of a little poor girl who had nothing to bring to church for Christmas. On her way to church, she picked some plants by the side of the road. As she entered the church, the ends of the leaves turned into bright, brilliant red flowers. You guessed it... Poinsettias.
This year, share the beauty of this holiday tradition by giving someone a poinsettia on December 12th... National Poinsettia Day!
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