Helianthus annuus
Helianthus annuus
Helianthus annuus (pronunciation: /ˌhiːliˈænθəs ˈænjuːəs/), commonly known as the sunflower, is a large annual forb of the genus Helianthus grown as a crop for its edible oil and edible fruits. This sunflower species is also used as wild bird food, as livestock forage (as a meal or a silage plant), in some industrial applications, and as an ornamental in domestic gardens. The plant was first domesticated in the Americas.
Etymology
The name "Helianthus annuus" is derived from the Greek words "helios" meaning sun and "anthos" meaning flower. The term "annuus" is Latin for annual, referring to the plant's life cycle.
Related Terms
- Asteraceae: The family to which the sunflower belongs.
- Capitulum: The type of flower head present in sunflowers.
- Photosynthesis: The process by which sunflowers, like other plants, convert sunlight into energy.
- Phytoremediation: A process in which sunflowers are often used to remove harmful toxins from the soil.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Helianthus annuus
- Wikipedia's article - Helianthus annuus
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