White Helleborus (Blank Photo Card)

“Just like the flowers, sprinkle peace and happiness, shower love and fragrance.” – Shifa. The “Christmas Rose” (Helleborus niger) is actually an evergreen alpine plant in the buttercup family. Native to Europe, the Christmas Rose has come to be associated with the holiday because of its ability to flower in December during milder winters. The plant has been used medicinally since ancient times for various ailments. Its toxic properties mean that care must be taken with dosage. Today it is being investigated for treatment of modern diseases. In Canada, the Christmas Rose is a popular indoor flowering plant for the holiday season, symbolizing tranquility and peace