This is a Nyjer flower, an annual herb that originated in Ethiopia. It's grown for it's oil and seed, kinda like a sunflower is. They import it here as bird seed for Goldfinches, and they sure love it!Only one problem, the seeds aren't supposed to sprout. They are heat sterilized before entering the country to keep it from being introduced as an invasive species. Oh really? Check out the picture below to see how well that works. Maybe they should re-think those sterilization procedures.
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