Poinsettias have fibrous roots that can spread as far as they need to.
It is from Joel Roberts Poinsett (March 2, 1779 - December 12, 1851) that poinsettia plants get their name. The name memorializes the first United States Minister to Mexico and the first known non-Mexican, non-Spanish introducer - in 1825 -- of the plant into the United States of America.
No, poinsettia plants generally are not poisonous to humans but yes, they are of low toxicity. The plants in question (Euphorbia pulcherrima) exude a latex which can be irritating with contact and even provoke temporary blindness if some enters the eye.
A poinsettia is a flowering bush and not a tree.
Many Christmas plants are not just poisonous, they are downright deadly. Amongst the worst are mistletoe, Poinsettia, holly, and juniper. These are hazardous to humans and pets alike. Take precautions when using these plants. They are beautiful, but very dangerous!
Poinsettia is a plant from the family of euphorbiaceae that has got green and red leaves. One could grow them in the garden as a decorative plant and they are also very nice for Christmas decoration.
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Poinsettia are grown on nurseries as pot plants and sold through garden centres and florists around Christmas.
Poinsettia, the red flower most popular at Christmastime. It is known as 'The Flower of the Night' in Mexico.
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The coloured part of the Poinsettia, red,pink or white. is a bract or modified leaf. The flower is the small yellow parts in the centre. The Latin name is Euphorbia pulcherrima.
Poinsettia plants bloom in the month of December although they are the most difficult flowering potted plants to rebloom.
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