Giant Sunflower (Helianthus giganteus)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Note: Helianthus giganteus var. subtuberosus Britton is a synonym of Helianthus giganteus L.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Late Summer, Fall, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste to Jerusalem artichokes but less productive. — A similar taste to Jerusalem artichokes but less productive.; 'subtuberosus' is used.; Seed - raw or cooked.; It can be dried and ground into a powder, then mixed with cornmeal and used for making bread.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp or rich thickets, swampy woods and clearings. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)