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Common Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

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Illustration of Common Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)

The Common Sunflower is the state flower of Kansas and the parent of all cultivated sunflowers. Wild plants are branched and multi-headed; a single head contains up to 2,000 seeds.

Habitat
Plains, roadsides, disturbed areas, and open ground
Diet
Seeds are a primary food source for goldfinches, sparrows, and many other birds
How common
Common

Best time to see a Common Sunflower

The best time to see a Common Sunflower is June–September, when about 67% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 29,009 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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