Facts
History
Origin
Eurasia
North America, South America
Interesting Facts of
- The name Aster comes from Greek word Aster which means 'Star'.
- The flower looks like a single flower, but it is actually a cluster of about 300 small yellow disk flowers surrounded by colorful petals.
- This flower actually tracks the position of the Sun in sky.
- Tallest sunflower was grown of about 25' 5.5" height in in the Netherlands in 1986.
Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season, Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Habit
Shrubs
Herbs
Flower Meaning
Astrological Flower
Birth Month Flower
Flower Availability
Uses
Decoration
Decoration
Health Benefits
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Regulates the Menstruation cycle, Used for sinus pain, hay fever and headache
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats bronchial infections, Treats laryngeal and pulmonary inffections
Medicinal Uses
Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory
Bears expectorant properties, Have diuretic properties
Culinary Uses
Used in salads, soups and sandwiches
Used in salads, soups and sandwiches
Other Benefits
Design Uses
Cosmetic Uses
Best for Healing, Used in Perfumes
Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils
Occasional Uses
Wedding
Friendship Day, Wedding
Allergy
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Breathing problems, dry or cracked skin, Headache, Itching, Itchy eyes, Red eyes, Runny nose, Sinus pain, Wheezing