The sunflower plant is a tall, bright yellow flowering plant known for its large, round flower heads that resemble the sun. It belongs to the Asteraceae family and can grow up to 10 feet tall. Sunflowers are native to the Americas and are cultivated for their seeds, which are rich in oil and nutrients. They thrive in sunny environments and well-drained soil. Sunflowers are also known for their unique ability to track the sun's movement across the sky, a phenomenon called heliotropism. This behavior is most noticeable in young plants, which turn their heads to face the sun during the day. As they mature, sunflowers typically remain facing east, attracting pollinators like bees.