Christmas plants lend a feeling of holiday cheer to your home during this festive season.  However, beware that poinsettia leaves can be toxic.  Sometimes eating the leaves can cause vomiting and a latex substance in the leaves is caustic to the eyes and mouth.  

Keep toddlers and pets away from the plants and pick up any leaves that have dropped to the ground.  It is a good idea to keep young children away from all houseplants just to be safe.