Common sunflower - Wikipedia
WEBThe 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.
Helianthus - Wikipedia
WEBThe best-known species is the common sunflower (Helianthus annuus). This and other species, notably Jerusalem artichoke (H. tuberosus), are cultivated in temperate regions and some tropical regions, as food crops for humans, …
Helianthus annuus (Common Sunflower) - Gardenia
WEBHelianthus annuus (Common Sunflower) is a tall, fast-growing annual with broad, oval to heart-shaped, roughly hairy leaves. It produces huge, brilliant flowers in summer, up to 12 in. across (30 cm), with yellow petals surrounding a dark chocolate central disk.
Common sunflower | Kew
WEBThe common sunflower is part of the Aster family, which also includes artichoke, lettuce, chamomile and safflower. While they are famous for growing to tall heights, there are dwarf cultivars of sunflowers that are suitable for smaller spaces.
Sunflowers: Planting, Growing, and Caring for Sunflowers
WEBWith bright blooms that go all summer, sunflowers are heat-tolerant, resistant to pests, and attractive to pollinators. Harvest the seeds in late summer and fall for a healthy snack or for the birds! Learn how to plant, grow, and care for sunflowers.
Common Sunflower - US Forest Service
WEBThere are 52 species of sunflowers, all native to North America and Mexico. This sunflower is 1 to 3 meters (ca. 39 to 118 inches) tall (cultivated forms often taller). The stem is stiff, and usually coarsely hairy (see photo D), often more than 2.5 centimeters (1 …
Sunflower | Description, Uses, & Facts | Britannica
WEBThe common sunflower (H. annuus) is an annual herb with a rough hairy stem 1–4.5 metres (3–15 feet) high and broad, coarsely toothed, rough leaves 7.5–30 cm (3–12 inches) long arranged in spirals.
Helianthus annuus (Common Sunflower, Sunflower, Wild Sunflower…
WEBCommon Sunflower is and annual in the Asteraceae (daisy) family. It ommonly seen growing along roads, fences, fields, and in waste areas west of the Mississippi River and is the state flower of Kansas.
Helianthus annuus (common sunflower): Go Botany
WEBCommon sunflower is the only plant species native to North America to become a worldwide crop of economic importance. Its current distribution reflects escaped cultivars, and it is considered introduced in New England.
Sunflower: Growing and Caring for Sunflowers in Your Garden
WEBThe common sunflower, Helianthus annuus, is a widely recognized and cherished plant, revered not only for its striking beauty but also for its versatility and ecological benefits. Originating from North America, this annual flower has become a symbol of warmth, energy, and positivity across various cultures.
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