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Origins Ancient Peruvian sun worshippers revered the sunflower, which derives its name from the Greek words helios, meaning "sun," and anthos, meaning "flower." A native of North America, Helianthus annuus, the best-known of these bold, cheery flowers grows as an annual, and is a member of the Asteraceae family.
I also love sunflowers..... tried to get a good photo of some in Xinjiang, but they were blowing all over the place in the wind.... luckily, this one seems to have stayed still :)
Very well done capture of the sunflower, Alison! In addition to the texture and detail, I like your perspective against the sky, and composition with the buds in the background. Dave.
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{K:19671} 8/4/2007
