
Sunflower
Helianthus annuus
Wissenschaftlicher Name
Helianthus annuus
Familie
Asteraceae
Herkunft
North America
Typ
Annual
Kulinarische Verwendung
Geschmack: Seeds: nutty, slightly sweet; Petals: mild, slightly bitter
- Sunflower seeds (roasted snack)
- Sunflower oil
- Sunflower butter (nut-free alternative)
- Sprouted seeds in salads
- Petals as garnish
Pflanzkalender
Drinnen säen
Draußen säen
Ernte
Gesundheitsvorteile
- Seeds rich in vitamin E
- Contains healthy fats (linoleic acid)
- Good source of selenium
- May help lower cholesterol
- Anti-inflammatory properties