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Composite Flower

Composite Flower

The flower head of a sunflower (Helianthus annuus). Sunflowers have composite flowers, which contain florets that are in the center of the flower head. The florets are actually small flowers. Extending from the center are the larger ray flowers that are dark yellow in color.
Galleries: Flowers, Sunflowers
Keywords: asteraceae, composite, flower head, helianthus annuus, ray flowers, sunflower
Photo Location: FCIT Photo Studio, Tampa, FL
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 09/12/2011
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 4236×3744
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 28°3'40.85"N 82°24'36.26"W
Picture Number: 13752