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The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a species of large annual forb of the daisy family Asteraceae. The common sunflower is harvested for its edible oily seeds which are used in the production of cooking oil.
Learn how to grow and care for sunflowers, the tall, fast-growing annuals with brilliant yellow flowers. Find out about different cultivars, colors, shapes, sizes, and uses of this native plant.
Helianthus (/ ˌ h iː l i ˈ æ n θ ə s /) is a genus comprising about 70 species of annual and perennial flowering plants in the daisy family Asteraceae commonly known as sunflowers. Except for three South American species, the species of Helianthus are native to North America and Central America.
Jun 25, 2024 · Sunflower is a genus of nearly 70 species of herbaceous plants in the aster family, native to North and South America. The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual herb with large yellow flowers and edible seeds that yield oil and nut butter.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Sep 17, 2022 · Sunflowers ( Helianthus annuus) are a treasure of summertime. They typically begin blooming in the mid-summer and can persist into early fall. The flowers, which stretch around 3 to 6 inches across on average, have a broad central disk surrounded by short, yellow petals.
- Marie Iannotti
- Sunflower, common sunflower
- Helianthus annuus
- Asteraceae
Learn how to plant, grow, and care for sunflowers (Helianthus annuus), an annual flower with bright blooms and edible seeds. Find out about different varieties, soil and sun requirements, and how to attract pollinators.
Learn about the history, uses and cultivation of Helianthus annuus, the common sunflower. Find out how Kew scientists are working to conserve its wild relatives and improve its oil quality.
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