Columbio

Columbio is a genus of plants in the family Asteraceae, commonly known as sunflowers. The genus contains a single species, Columbio helianthus, which is native to North America. Columbio helianthus is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has a large, solitary flower head with bright yellow ray florets and a dark center composed of many small disc florets. The plant produces edible seeds that are a good source of protein and oil. Columbio helianthus is widely cultivated for its seeds, as well as for ornamental purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for a variety of ailments. The genus name Columbio is derived from the Latin word "columbarius," meaning "dove-like," referring to the shape of the seed. The species name helianthus is derived from the Greek words "helios," meaning "sun," and "anthos," meaning "flower," referring to the flower's resemblance to the sun.