You Are My Sunhine is a photograph by Bruce Bley which was uploaded on October 24th, 2014.
You Are My Sunhine
Helianthus or sunflower is a genus of plants comprising about 52 species in the Asteraceae family, all of which are native to North America. The... more
by Bruce Bley
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You Are My Sunhine
Artist
Bruce Bley
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Photograph - Photography
Description
Helianthus or sunflower is a genus of plants comprising about 52 species in the Asteraceae family, all of which are native to North America. The common name "sunflower" also applies to the popular annual species Helianthus annuus.
The genus is one of many in the Asteraceae that are known as sunflowers. It is distinguished technically by the fact that the ray flowers, when present, are sterile, and by the presence on the disk flowers of a pappus that is of two awn-like scales that are cauducous (that is, easily detached and falling at maturity). Some species also have additional shorter scales in the pappus, and there is one species that lacks a pappus entirely. Another technical feature that distinguishes the genus more reliably, but requires a microscope to see, is the presence of a prominent, multicellular appendage at the apex of the style.
There is quite a bit of variability among the perennial species that make up the bulk of the species in the genus. Some have most or all of the large leaves in a rosette at the base of the plant and produce a flowering stem that has leaves that are reduced in size. Most of the perennials have disk flowers that are entirely yellow, but a few have disk flowers with reddish lobes. One species, H. radula, lacks ray flowers altogether.
The domesticated sunflower, Helianthus annuus, is the most familiar species. Perennial sunflower species are not as popular for gardens due to their tendency to spread rapidly and become invasive.
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October 24th, 2014
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Bruce Bley
Neal, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Macro Photography Group". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Bob and Nadine, I sincerely appreciate the feature in the group "Artist News". Thank you for the honor and your support of my work.
Beverly Guilliams
Gorgeous image,Color and Lighting.............v./f
Bruce Bley replied:
Beverly, I am glad you enjoyed this work and thank you for the kind comment and V.
Bruce Bley
Karen, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "GRAND GREETING CARDS 1 per day". I appreciate the honor and your support.
Bruce Bley
Bob and Nadine, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "ALL Fine Art America Artwork. I sincerely appreciate it.
Bruce Bley
Michel, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "2-Per Day- Versatile Photography". I sincerely appreciate the honor and your support.
Bruce Bley
Denyse, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "Amazing FAA Photographers", I truly appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Bob and Nadine, I am very grateful for the feature in the group "Pin Me 1 Daily". I really appreciate it.
Bruce Bley
Colette, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Orange -Yellow- Red Photos and Paint. I truly appreciate the honor and your support.
Randy Rosenberger
It is with great pleasure I chose this piece of artwork from your portfolio to FEATURE on our homepage of the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group. This is the quality of fine art that makes it a joy to share with other artists and prospective customers. Love the beauty and composition of this skillfully presented piece of beauty. Thanks for sharing! Liked and faved Forever, Elvis Randy B. Rosenberger
Bruce Bley replied:
Randy, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Claudia Mottram
Superb capture, Bruce! Love the light and colors! l/f :)
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment and L, Claudia. I truly appreciate it.
Olahs Photography
Gorgeous capture Bruce!!! Sunshine for sure!!!! F/L
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the wonderful comment, Olah. I sincerely appreciate it and thank you for the L.
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