Poinsettia, Christmas Star, is during Christmas and the winterly months very popular in most homes. With the introduction of more durable varieties (as Jester ®) it's popularity has increased significantly.
Poinsettia was introduced to the florist market for the first time in 1825 by Robert Pointsess. The first U.S. ambassador to Mexico, who discovered the plants among wild plants in southern Mexico. The popular name for this exotic plant - "Poinsettia" - comes from the ambassador's surname "Pointsess".
The Botanical name of Poinsettia is Euphorbia pulcherrima.
We, at Graff Kristensen A / S., produces only the varieties Jester ®, Winter Rose ® and Princettia ® based on the facts that these specific varieties are much more decorative in their "flowers". With their "Long Life" qualities they create a ornamental joy and trend for a long time in a dark season.