La Cuetlaxochitl, also known as Flor de Nochebuena or Poinsettia, is originally Guerrero, Mexico. The plant has a long history rooted in Indigenous communities long before it was appropriated and popularied in the United States. Commonly seen during the holiday season due to it's bright red color, cuetlaxochitl actually carries a significance beyond being a holiday decoration. Read along to learn more about the plant's origin and history ➡️⁠ ⁠ #Cuetlaxochitl #Poinsettia #Mexico #Indigenous #IndigenousHistory #TheHolidays ⁠