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Sunflowers

The Sunflower, Helianthus annuus is an annual flower of the Americas best known for its bright yellow petals and delicious seeds.

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Does sunflower lecithin contain phosphatidylserine?

It contains 1g PS in 100g sunflower lecithin. This makes 1%.

How long does it take for small sunflowers to grow in a greenhouse?

Sunflowers may not grow in a greenhouse because it requires constant sunlight and hence it may not grow

Did sunflowers get shipped to Europe?

The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is an annual native to the Southeastern U.S. Many of the native tribes used the sunflower as their solar deity symbol. They also traded with each other, and the sunflower seed made its way to the interior of Mexico. When the Spanish explorers arrived in 1510, they took seeds back to Europe. So, yes, sunflower seeds literally got "shipped" in sailing vessels to Europe.

Can your sunflowers still bloom after being broken from a storm?

If the stem is still connected, it is possible for it to still bloom. You'll need to find a pole to secure it upright. If the head has completely broken off, it is unlikely, but possible, for additional smaller heads to grow out from remaining leaves on the stem.

How many acres are used to grow sunflowers in Kansas?

Here are the 2012 numbers for sunflowers grown in Kansas:

  • Acres harvested: 81,000 (Note: acreage in 2011 was 122,000)
  • Yield: 1,225 lbs/acre
  • Production: 99,250,000 pounds
In 2012 there were 1,457,800 total acres across the U.S. in sunflower production.

Why did van gogh paint sunflowers?

Because at the time he was staring at some sunflowers so e painted them .

What is the time frame of blooming sunflowers?

Depending on the cultivar being grown and the time planted, a sunflower will usually begin blooming in late summer (mid-August to mid-September).

If you eat too many sunflower seeds can your appendix burst?

I ate a packet of BBQ sunflower seeds and shells. Two weeks later, a ruptured apendix. Thanks ENMU Medical Center for great service!

Can you get fat from eating Sunflower seed?

It is possible in theory to eat enough sunflower seeds to get fat, but it is not very likely. You would have to eat a huge quantity of them. It's much easier to get fat by eating ice cream and donuts. mmmmm

how much is a huge quantity ? i didn't mean it but i had a bag of seedless sunflowers

that is 1600 calories most of them from fat and I am kind of concerned how bad is that?

What is the shape of sunflowers leaves and texture?

The shape of sunflower leaves is an egg-shaped or heart-shaped leaves. The texture is smooth, but on some sunflower leaves it is rough.

What adaptations do sunflowers have?

When the weather is cold the flower adapts in the sun changed temperture.
they have nectar inside their seeds

Can drugs be made from sunflower seeds?

If you take about 100 shells, crush them up, and smoke them, you will hallucinate.

Where in kansas do sunflowers grow?

Everywhere! I was born there and you can find them all over the place! Some places have more than others.

What does a sunflower seed look like?

about a half an inch long, looks like a black and white teardrop

Are sunflowers edible?

Yes, the seeds are edible.
The seeds of sunflowers are and have been eaten for years, if not for centuries. Vincent van Gogh's efforts he had made in his effects of his painting of them, did make his sunflowers into something as flowers as being desired. To look at his "Munich" Sunflower painting, one can only imagine what he had shown his viewers and how he had painted them. To think of eating them would only be adding to the effects he had desired while he painted them.

How do sunflowers survive annually?

They survive by reproducing. Sunflower seeds are protected by a hard woody shell that allows them to withstand weathering until it is time to germinate.

Do sunflowers have more blooms with sun or darkness?

With sun. They are lovers of sunlight and will not grow well in shaded areas, and will certainly not flower well if at all.

What is a bump on the the deep part of your tongue that really hurts and could it be caused from eating a lot of sunflower seeds?

Salted sunflower seeds can turn your tongue and lips into hamburger. Don't eat the seeds for a few days and see if the bump goes away. If it does, you have your answer. If it doesn't you need to make a dental appointment. ~ T

What is heliotrophism?

When sunflowers move throughout the day to face the sun. At night time they turn east to where the sun rises. (I'm smart! you wanna know why i think that? cuz I'm 11! and i answered this question)

What if your sunflower droops?

The head of a sunflower will naturally droop as it forms seeds. If your sunflower is drooping before it has even formed a head, it likely needs more water.