What's Another Name for Sunflower Seeds? Beyond the Shell
•
3 min read
Botanically, a sunflower seed is not a true seed but a cypsela, a dry, single-seeded fruit. This technical detail aside, the popular snack known as a sunflower seed has several other names, especially when processed or categorized by type, with "sunflower kernel" being the most common alternative. Understanding these names can help you navigate different recipes, products, and even bird feeders more effectively.
