Multiple choice

What is the botanical name of sunflower?

  1. Tulip

  2. Helianthus

  3. Snow berry

  4. Rosa
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Explanation

The botanical (scientific) name of sunflower is Helianthus annuus, derived from Greek 'helios' (sun) and 'anthos' (flower). Tulip, Snow berry, and Rosa are completely different plants (tulip is Tulipa, snowberry is Symphoricarpos, and rosa refers to roses).

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