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poinsettiafrom the genus name (1836), Modern Latin, in recognition of Joel R. Poinsett (1779-1851), U.S. ambassador to Mexico, who is said to have brought the plant to the attention of botanists, + abstract nou [..]
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poinsettia(n) tropical American plant having poisonous milk and showy tapering usually scarlet petallike leaves surrounding small yellow flowers
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poinsettiaA potted plant in traditional red, or now available in many hybrids. Perfect as a gift plant or for holiday home décor.
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