Are Sunflowers Monocots Or Dicots? (EXPLAINED)

by Joey Bruno

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Question: Are sunflowers considered monocots or dicots?

Quick Answer: Sunflowers are classified as dicots.

Why Are Sunflowers Considered Dicots?

Sunflowers have two embryonic leaves that emerge when they sprout, and this makes them a dicot. The word dicot is an abbreviated form of dicotyledon, which translates to two baby leaves for everyday people.

Dicots Similar to Sunflowers

Buttercups
Asters
Magnolia
Portulaca
Daisy

Joey Bruno

Hey, I’m Joey. I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid and love everything about it. You can find my writing about food, kitchen appliances (such as blenders) and much more. Thanks for stopping by!