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  1. sunflower seednoun

    edible seed of sunflowers; used as food and poultry feed and as a source of oil

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  1. Sunflower seed

    The sunflower seed is the seed of the sunflower (Helianthus annuus). There are three types of commonly used sunflower seeds: linoleic (most common), high oleic, and sunflower oil seeds. Each variety has its own unique levels of monounsaturated, saturated, and polyunsaturated fats. The information in this article refers mainly to the linoleic variety. For commercial purposes, sunflower seeds are usually classified by the pattern on their husks. If the husk is solid black, the seeds are called black oil sunflower seeds. The crops may be referred to as oilseed sunflower crops. These seeds are usually pressed to extract their oil. Striped sunflower seeds are primarily eaten as a snack food; as a result, they may be called confectionery sunflower seeds. The term "sunflower seed" is actually a misnomer when applied to the seed in its pericarp (hull). Botanically speaking, it is a cypsela. When dehulled, the edible remainder is called the sunflower kernel or heart.

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  1. sunflower seed

    A sunflower seed is the edible seed of a sunflower, a plant native to North America. It is encased in a black or striped shell which can be cracked open to reveal the kernel which has a mild, nutty flavor. Sunflower seeds are highly nutritious, containing high levels of vitamins, minerals, and essential oils. They can be eaten raw or roasted and are often used in baking, cooking, or to produce sunflower oil.

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  1. Sunflower seed

    The sunflower seed is the fruit of the sunflower. The term "sunflower seed" is actually a misnomer when applied to the seed in its pericarp. Botanically speaking, it is more properly referred to as an achene. When dehulled, the edible remainder is called the sunflower kernel or heart. There are three types of commonly used sunflower seeds: linoleic, high oleic, and NuSun. Each variety has its own unique levels of monounsaturated, saturated, and polyunsaturated fats. The information in this article refers mainly to the linoleic variety. For commercial purposes, sunflower seeds are usually classified by the pattern on their husks. If the husk is solid black, the seeds are called black oil sunflower seeds. The crops may be referred to as oilseed sunflower crops. These seeds are usually pressed to extract their oil. Striped sunflower seeds are primarily used for food; as a result, they may be called confectionery sunflower seeds.

Editors Contribution

  1. sunflower seed

    Is a seed and fruit from a variety of sunflower plants.

    Sunflower seeds are an edible source of food, used as a source of biofuel and made into a form of sunflower oil.


    Submitted by MaryC on February 7, 2016  

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of sunflower seed in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of sunflower seed in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4


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