The House of Representatives in 2002 created Poinsettia Day to honor the father of the poinsettia industry, Paul Ecke. The date of December 12 marks the death of Joel Roberts Poinsett, the …

1 day ago · December 12 is National Poinsettia Day. Find out how this beautiful plant got its name. Learn how to care for your Poinsettia.

Dec 10, 2025 · History of National Poinsettia Day The date of this observance specifically marks the death anniversary of Joel Roberts Poinsett, who died on December 12, 1851. Poinsett was …

5 days ago · National Poinsettia Day is observed annually on December 12, the date of Joel Roberts Poinsett’s death in 1851. The day was established to honor his contributions and to …

Nov 11, 2025 · National Poinsettia Day is celebrated every year on December 12th to honor Euphorbia pulcherrima and the legacy of Joel Poinsett, the U.S. ambassador to Mexico who …

National Poinsettia Day celebrates the best-selling potted plant in the U.S. Poinsettias have strong connections with Christmas. In their native Mexico, poinsettias adorn the streets and homes in …

5 days ago · National Poinsettia Day honors Joel Roberts Poinsett, who brought the plant from Mexico to the U.S. The holiday lands on December 12th every year and spotlights this classic …

Dec 7, 2025 · What is National Poinsettia Day? In 2002, Congress created this national day to celebrate this plant which is native to Mexico, and to honor Joel Roberts Poinsett and Paul …

Dec 12, 2020 · What we refer to as National Poinsettia Day is called "La Flor de la Nochebuena" — or Flower of the Holy Night in Mexico. Poinsettias are revered there because of a legend …

National Poinsettia Day is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States on December 12 and dedicated to one of the most recognizable symbols of the winter holidays — the bright red and …