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The Sunflower, scientifically named Helianthus annus, is of the family Asteraceae which is one of the largest families of flowering plants with over 20,000 species. Asteraceae are characterized by having a flower that forms a head or capitulum.he Sunflower, scientifically named Helianthus annus, is of the family Asteraceae which is one of the largest families of flowering plants with over 20,000 species. Asteraceae are characterized by having a flower that forms a head or capitulum.
Noun. 1. sunflower-any plant of the genus Helianthus having large flower heads with dark disk florets and showy yellow rays. helianthus. flower-a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms.genus Helianthus-genus of tall erect or branched American annual or perennial herbs with showy flowers: sunflowers.oun. 1. sunflower-any plant of the genus Helianthus having large flower heads with dark disk florets and showy yellow rays. helianthus. flower-a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms.