The History Of The Poinsettia and Its Tie To Christmas
Nothing says Christmas like a poinsettia but how did this Mexican shrub become so pivotal for Christmas? Franciscan monks in Mexico decorated Nativity scenes with this bright red and green plant. In fact, this is why Christmas colors are red and green! Get all the details on how the Poinsettia went from being beloved by the Aztecs to now loved by millions across several countries. Follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Threads @GreetingsTAC, email us at GreetingsTAC@gmail.com, or leave us a voicemail at 915-317-6669 if you have a story to share with us. If you like the show, leave us a review, tell a friend, and subscribe! 🖤💜❤ Join our Patreon to hear our episodes a week early and receive other goodies! Only $2 a month! You can't even buy cigarettes for that price! 🖤💜❤ Visit us on the web at TechnicallyAConversation.com Contest: https://www.technicallyaconversation.com/Contest Episode Page: https://www.technicallyaconversation.com/episodes/Poinsettia Listen to Scary Bedtime Stories Follow them on Instagram Listen to Ye Olde Crime Follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube Sources: https://www.rd.com/article/poinsettias-official-christmas-flower/ https://www.almanac.com/poinsettia-christmas-story https://bloominghaus.com/news/poinsettias-official-christmas-flower/ https://www.ffa.org/ffa-new-horizons/8-fun-facts-to-know-about-poinsettias/