Coreopsis
- noun
- /kɔːˈriːˌɒp.sɪs/
- Specialized
- From coreopsis and ceniza to firebush and lantana, the plants offer a variety of color and texture.
- yellow coreopsis
- golden coreopsis
Examples
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Must have been displayed next to some coreopsis, it looks like.
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There's also some really nice coreopsis and this has got the pale yellow bloom right here.
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Coreopsis grandiflorum, also known as Jethro tulip.
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The garden was vibrant with coreopsis, featuring bright yellow flowers that brought joy to all who passed by.
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In spring, many gardeners choose coreopsis for its showy blossoms that attract butterflies and bees.
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My favorite flower in the backyard is coreopsis, known for its cheerful appearance and ability to thrive in sunny spots.
Synonyms
A plant with bright yellow flowers like a daisy
Compounds
- Specialized
A North American plant that lives one year and has bright yellow flowers with dark centers
- Specialized
A large bush like a small tree with feathery leaves and big yellow flowers that grows on the California coast
- Specialized
A low, sturdy garden plant with single yellow flowers on each stem
A large shrub with feathery leaves and bright yellow flowers that grows on the coast
How Big
Surface Forms
Etymology
Coreopsis comes from Greek parts koris 'bug' and -opsis 'appearance', because the plant's seeds look like little bugs. That is a handy way to remember the garden plant called 'tickseed' and its bright, showy flowers.