Sunflower

/ˈsʌnˌflaʊ.ər/ noun

A sunflower is a tall plant with a large, round, yellow flower that looks like the sun and produces edible seeds.

From 'sun' + 'flower', named for its sun‑like appearance and, in some varieties, its tendency to turn toward the sun. The plant is native to the Americas and was later taken to Europe.

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