Helianthus - Sunflower 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. The best-known species is the common sunflower (Helianthus annuus), whose round flower heads in combination with the ligules look like the Sun. This and other species, notably Jerusalem artichoke (H. tuberosus), are culti

Summer sun makes the sunflowers (Helianthus) soar! | U.S. Botanic Garden

🌻Sunflower flowers are edible, and they can add a unique and slightly tangy flavor to your dishes. Both the petals and the buds of the sunflower can be consumed. The bright yellow petals of sunflowers can be added to salads, providing color and texture to your greens. Sunflower petals can be used to infuse oils, creating a unique and flavorful oil to use in dressings or as a finishing touch on dishes. When using sunflower flowers as food, make sure they are free from pesticides or other chemica