Sunflower is also known as helianthus, the sunflower is one of the world’s most striking flowers. Its name comes from the Greek words “helios” that means the sun, and “anthos” that means flower. Featuring 67 species, the sunflower is believed to have originated from the Americas. Nowadays, it is distributed around the world, and even cultivated for its seeds. Sunflowers may reach over 1 meter in diameter, and the actual flower has deep yellow petals and brown, seedy center.
