Poinsettias are native to Mexico. They were named after America's first ambassador to Mexico, Joel Poinsett. He brought the plants to America in 1828. The Mexicans in the eighteenth century thought the plants were symbolic of the Star of Bethlehem. Thus the Poinsettia became associated with the Christmas season. I wish you, all my AW friends, Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Warm regards from Israel. Lili
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Olga van Dijk 05 Jan 2010
Same to you! (thanks for the info; I didn't know!) ~Wishing you a HAPPY NEW YEAR Lili, Love and Light, OLGAAnonymous Guest 30 Dec 2009
BEAUTIFUL Beautiful Artistic capture,my Dear Friend!!!Thank You for the commentary!!! I did not know the symbolism of the Star of Bethlehem,how Beautiful!!!The Poinsettia plant is also called "Flowers of The Holy Night".Hugs...Dee&David :):)KC CHANG 21 Dec 2009
VERY BEAUTIFUL!!BILL NAGY 18 Dec 2009
Very nice shot , Lili. Merry Christmas Nad Happy Holidays.Delores Knowles 18 Dec 2009
Lovely Holiday image!