Sunflower
ヒマワリ ・ Helianthus annuus
The traditional meaning of Sunflower (Helianthus annuus, Asteraceae) is “Adoration, Passion & Radiance.” It is the birth flower for August.
Flower meaning
Adoration, Passion & Radiance
The sun-tracking habit belongs to young, still-growing plants; once the head opens it generally settles facing east.
Botanical facts
- Botanical name
- Helianthus annuus
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Typical color
- Yellow
- Season
- Summer
The birth flower for August
Sunflower is the flower associated with August. The monthly page shows that month’s flower, color and stone together.
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There is no official standard for flower meanings — they differ by country, era and source. We list only widely shared readings, and note in the text where sources disagree. Botanical names and families follow standard plant taxonomy. About our data
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