Poinsettia flower meanings & symbolism
Have you ever wondered what the meanings and symbolism behind the poinsettia flower are?
The poinsettia is one of the most beautiful flowers for Christmas time. With its rich red leaves, the poinsettia manages to sneak into almost every Christmas flower display, offering a bright flash of colour.
However, the poinsettia wasn’t always simply a Christmas flower. In fact, this beautiful plant has a long and deep history that makes it one of the most exciting flowers to gift. Discover the poinsettia meanings and symbolism in this article.
The Poinsettia Meaning In The UK
In the UK, the poinsettia meaning and symbolism is much the same as in the USA. We consider them a Christmas flower, and many people give them around Christmas time to symbolise good will and community spirit.In religious communities, the shape of the poinsettia flower is thought to symbolise the Star of Bethlehem, with the red leaves of the poinsettia symbolising the blood of Christ.
Symbolism Of The Poinsettia In Turkey
In Turkey, the poinsettia meaning is patriotic, and the flower is known as Atakurk’s flower after the leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The poinsettia was his favourite flower, and as the founder of modern Turkey, many consider the poinsettia a symbol of Turkish patriotism.
What does the Poinsettia symbolise?
Each country and tradition has their own understanding of the beautiful poinsettia plant, however in modern traditions it is considered a Christmas Eve flower that can be given and received in the lead up to Christmas.The poinsettia symbolism is that of love, hope and goodwill over the Christmas period and can be gifted to represent positivity and Christmas joy.
When should you send Poinsettia?
You can really gift the poinsettia at any time of year, as the rich leaves of this plant make it a gorgeous windowsill brightener.However, the poinsettia normally appears more frequently in the Winter months as a symbol of Christmas cheer. You can send the poinsettia on the lead up to Christmas, as a Christmas gift or on Christmas Eve to keep up with the Mexican tradition.
As one of the December birth flowers, it also makes a great gift for those who have birthdays in December or to commemorate someone who was born or died in December.Learn more about the poinsettia in all its glory over on the Christmas Gifts section of our website. With letterbox flowers and gift delivery available, you can brighten someone's day and spread the Christmas cheer with ease!