Poinsettia Christmas Flower
by Dragica Micki Fortuna
Title
Poinsettia Christmas Flower
Artist
Dragica Micki Fortuna
Medium
Painting - Action Painting
Description
Facts About Poinsettias:
-Poinsettias are the most popular of the holiday plants.
-Poinsettias are native to southern Mexico and Central America.
-Poinsettias also bloom in cream, lemon, peach, pink colors and with white and gold-splashed leaves.
-Poinsettia's botanical name, Euphorbia pulcherrima, means "the most beautiful Euphorbia".
-Poinsettia was named after the former US ambassador to Mexico, Dr. Joel R. -Poinsett who introduced the Poinsettia to the United States. As a result of its importance in the celebration of Christmas and its beautification of America, December 12th is celebrated as National Poinsettia Day, to honor the passing away of Joel R. Poinsett.
This artwork has been featured in the groups:
- Old Masters - Photographers And Digital Arts - 1 A Day;
- Images That Excite You;
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December 6th, 2016
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