The mystery of the association of the poinsettia with Christmas is finally solved - apparently, according to legend, in 16th century Mexico, a young girl, possibly named Pepita or maybe Maria, who was too poor to give a gift for the celebration of Jesus' birthday became inspired by an angel to pick weeds from the roadside. She placed these at the altar in the church and from these weeds bloomed crimson 'Poinsettia' flowers. From the 17th century on, Franciscan friars began using these flowers in their Christmas decorations.
Merry Christmas!
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