coreopsis

[ kawr-ee-op-sis, kohr- ]

noun

1. any composite plant of the genus Coreopsis, including familiar garden species having yellow, brownish, or yellow-and-red ray flowers.

coreopsis

/ ˌkɒrɪˈɒpsɪs /

noun

1. any plant of the genus Coreopsis, of America and tropical Africa, cultivated for their yellow, brown, or yellow-and-red daisy-like flowers: family Asteraceae (composites) Also calledcalliopsis Compare caryopsis

Word History and Origins

Origin of coreopsis¹

1745–55; < New Latin < Greek kore- (stem of kóris ) bedbug + -opsis -opsis; so named from the shape of seed

Word History and Origins

Origin of coreopsis¹

C18: from New Latin, from Greek koris bedbug + -opsis ; so called from the appearance of the seed

Example Sentences

You can help your gardens along by selecting plants that re-seed themselves — flowers such as columbine, coreopsis, and lupine will self-sow and spread throughout your gardens each year.

From Salon

‘Little Penny’ is a pincushion of a plant, the smallest coreopsis ever — ideal for tucking into pots, where its copper-colored flowers will set off darks or brights.

From Seattle Times

As the Santa Ynez River spilled out of a nearby estuary into coastal waters, Anna’s hummingbirds hovered over bright yellow giant coreopsis flowers.

From Los Angeles Times

Proven fire-resistant plant species include day lilies, coneflowers, coreopsis, lavender and high-moisture succulents.

From Seattle Times

During peak season, vibrant yellow explosions of coreopsis line the skinny trail and hang over the sides of the cliffs in a showy display of floral fortitude.

From Washington Post