coreopsis
/,kɔri'ɔpsis/
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of flowering plant: "coreopsis" refers to any of numerous plants belonging to the genus Coreopsis, characterized by producing a large number of showy, typically yellow, daisy-like flowers over extended blooming periods. These plants are native to North and South America.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The garden was brightened by a border of cheerful coreopsis.
- Coreopsis is a popular choice for low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscaping.
- She collected seeds from the coreopsis to plant next spring.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical or horticultural contexts: The term is used precisely to refer to species within this specific genus. It is often discussed alongside other perennial flowers.
- The study focused on the pollination habits of native coreopsis species.
Variants and Related Words
- Tickseed: A common name for plants in the genus, referring to the appearance of their seeds.
- Coreopsis is often called tickseed in many gardening catalogs.
Synonyms
- Tickseed: The most common synonym, used interchangeably in gardening.
- Calliopsis: A historical or less common name for some species within the genus.
Related Phrases
- Coreopsis grandiflora: The species name for a common type known as large-flowered tickseed.
- Coreopsis tinctoria: The species name for plains coreopsis, often used for its dye-producing flowers.
Noun
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any of numerous plants of the genus Coreopsis having a profusion of showy usually yellow daisylike flowers over long periods; North and South America
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