Red poinsettia - Euphorbia pulcherrima, a member of the Euphorbiaceae or spurge family - are the traditional Christmas flower throughout much of the world. But how that came to be is quite another story which features an international incident with far-reaching implications and includes an appearance by proto-Trump President Andrew Jackson. Here is where the cliff hangs and urges your subscription to LoucheLife.substack.com, a mere US$40 for a full year. You’ll be glad you did.
© 2024 John Oliver
Substack is the home for great culture