Marek, a plant physiologist, climbs out, clips a small GPS unit to her belt, and secures the floppy hat and biker glasses that shield her from the desert sun. She and Gerald Seiler, a research ...

The common sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is a species of the Asteraceae family. The plant seeds are edible, and manufacturers use them for foods and producing sunflower oil. As such, sunflower oil ...

Sunflowers are rich in healthy fats, beneficial plant compounds, and several vitamins and minerals that may play a role in reducing your risk of common health problems, including heart disease and ...

The Tate has purchased 8 million of Ai Weiwei’s sunflower seeds, just about 8 percent of the 100 million small, porcelain objects that first debuted at the museum’s Turbine Hall in 2010. The seeds are ...

As our summer winds down, many garden plants are blooming wonderfully and setting as many seeds as possible. When I go into the garden to deadhead (or even remove) annuals and perennials, I will ...

Sunflower seeds are harvested from the flower head of the sunflower plant. While the seed itself is encased in a black and white striped shell, sunflower seeds are white and have a tender texture.

When it comes to healthy snacking, sunflower seeds often get overlooked in favor of nuts like almonds, cashews, or walnuts. But these tiny seeds pack a serious nutritional punch and can easily elevate ...