A Mexican legend tells how the poinsettia became a Christmas flower. A poor peasant girl was anxious to bring a gift in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary to the Christmas Eve service. She had nothing of value, though, so she went empty-handed. On her way to church she met an angel, who told her to pick some weeds. She did so and with a heavy heart and a feeling of shame, place them on the altar. Miraculously, they were transformed into the bright scarlet flowers.
Ever since, poinsettias have been popular decorations for churches ad homes during the Christmas festival.
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