Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) – The Symbol of Christmas

“The poinsettia, a symbol of Christmas everywhere, is native to Mexico and known as ‘Flor de Nochebuena’ in the country. Nochebuena refers to the night of Christmas Eve in Spanish, so another common name for poinsettia could be translated as Christmas Eve flower.

“The ‘petals’ of the poinsettia are in fact bracts, or modified leaves, and are usually flaming red, though they also come in white, cream, pink, pale green or are marbled. They surround a central cluster of tiny yellow flowers. In order for the bracts to turn red, they must not receive any light for 12 hours a day, 5 days in a row. This developmental response is known as ‘photoperiodism’.”

Poinsettia ‘Red Glitter’
Poinsettia ‘Red Glitter’ stands out for its bright red bracts covered in white speckles and splashes

Poinsettia red

Euphorbia Alaska

Princettia
Princettia are more compact and produce smaller bracts and leaves as compared to other poinsettias.

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