How do English daisy flower heads and leaves grow?

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Sunflower — Asteraceae The flowering head of a sunflower (*Helianthus annuus*) is formed of yellow, petal-like ray flowers and a brown center of minute disk flowers.

The English daisy (Bellis perennis), a member of the Asteraceae family, features a distinct growth pattern for its foliage and blooms:

Leaves: The plant produces numerous spoon-shaped, slightly hairy leaves that grow near the base, forming a rosette.1
Flower Heads: These are solitary and borne on long, leafless stalks. Beneath the flower heads, you will find hairy bracts, which are leaflike structures.1

The flower heads themselves are composite, typically consisting of white or purple ray flowers surrounding a center of bright yellow disk flowers, though some varieties may feature red or pink ray flowers or double flowers.1

Are you interested in learning more about how other members of the Asteraceae family differ in their growth habits?