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 often eaten as a …

Oct 18, 2025 · Sunflower, genus of nearly 70 species of herbaceous plants of the aster family. Sunflowers are native primarily to North and South America, and some species are cultivated as …

The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual plant with a sizeable daisy-like flower face. Its scientific name comes from the Greek words helios (“sun”) and anthos (“flower”).

First domesticated from its wild ancestor over 5,000 years ago by Native American peoples in the south-west of North America, the sunflower is both an elegant ornamental and a crucial food crop.

From the crunch of sunflower seeds to the shimmer of sunflower oil, from a happy sunflower bouquet to an immersive sunflower field, Helianthus annuus brings sunshine you can plant, harvest, and share.

Sunflower is the most popular oilseed crop in Europe and North America, where the crop originated and was domesticated during the first millennium B.C. While the Native Americans used many different …

Aug 14, 2025 · Discover what a sunflower plant is, its habitat, uses, classification, and fascinating facts in this complete guide.

Jul 27, 2025 · Sunflower facts: Discover little-known truths about America’s favorite summer flower and its fascinating traits, history, varieties, and more.

Mar 19, 2025 · There are many wonderful sunflower varieties, in colors from the lightest yellow to the deepest almost-black red. And they come in sizes ranging from short enough to fit in pots on your …

Dec 1, 2017 · In Missouri, sunflower has a wide range of planting dates, any time from early April to July. It’s also versatile in the many different uses for the seeds, flowers, and plant, as described below. …