Calliopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria, J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 2: 114 (1821))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: Nutt.

Bibliography: J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 2: 114 (1821)

Year: 1821

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Coreopsis

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Canada to E. Mexico

Description

Calliopsis, known scientifically as Coreopsis tinctoria, is a striking and resilient member of the Asteraceae family. This visually appealing plant is native to a broad range spanning from Canada to Eastern Mexico. The species was formalized in botanical literature by Nuttall in 1821, as recorded in the J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia.

Distinguishable by its vibrant and dainty floral display, Calliopsis is a popular choice among gardeners and florists alike. The flowers typically exhibit vivid yellow petals often marked with a burgundy, red, or brown base, creating a striking contrast that attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. These blossoms thrive in various environments, showcasing the plant’s adaptability and hardiness.

Coreopsis tinctoria is well-regarded not only for its ornamental beauty but also for its ease of cultivation. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soils but is notably tolerant of poorer soil conditions. It often proliferates in meadows, roadsides, and prairies, indicative of its resilience. Additionally, its ability to reseed makes it a sustainable choice for naturalizing landscapes.

In cultural and practical contexts, Calliopsis has historical significance as well. Indigenous peoples in its native range traditionally utilized the plant for its dye-producing capabilities, as suggested by the species epithet “tinctoria,” meaning “of dyeing.”

Overall, Calliopsis is an exemplary species within the Asteraceae family, celebrated for its aesthetic charm, ecological benefits, and cultural heritage. Its wide distribution and adaptability render it an accessible and enduring favorite among plant enthusiasts across North America.

Common Names

Eng: annual coreopsis, atkinson’s tickseed, calliopsis, garden tickseed, golden tickseed, painted tickseed, plains coreopsis, atkinson’s coreopsis, common tickseed, dyer’s tickseed, golden coreopsis, plains tickseed, tickseed
Dan: farve-skønhedsøje, skønhedsøje
Deu: färber-mädchenauge
Por: bela-diana, freirinhas, linda-flor, margaridinha-escura, semíramis
Swe: tigeröga
Fra: coréopsis des teinturiers
En: Calliopsis, Garden tickseed, Painted tickseed, Plains coreopsis, Annual coreopsis, GOLDEN TICKSEED, Atkinson’s tickseed, Atkinson’s coreopsis, Dyer’s tickseed, Tickseed, Common tickseed, Golden coreopsis, Plains tickseed, Dye-flower, Dyer’s Coreopsis, Tick-seed
Zh: Liang se jin ji ju, Bosi ju
Da: Farve-skønhedsøje, Skønhedsøje
Fr: Coréopsis des teinturiers
De: Färber-Mädchenauge
It: Begliocchi
Ja: Harusha-giku
Pt: Bela-diana, Freirinhas, Linda-flor, Margaridinha-escura, Semíramis
Es: Anteojos de poeta
Sv: Tigeröga

Synonyms

• Calliopsis bicolor (Rchb.)
• Coreopsis bicolor ((Rchb.) Bosse)
• Coreopsis cardaminifolia ((DC.) Torr. & A.Gray)
• Calliopsis bicolor var. nana (T.Moore)
• Calliopsis bicolor f. tubulosa (T.Moore)
• Calliopsis bicolor f. speciosa (T.Moore)
• Coreopsis stenophylla (F.E.Boynton)
• Coreopsis tinctoria var. imminuata (Sherff)
• Coreopsis cardaminifolia var. angustiloba (Torr. & A.Gray)
• Calliopsis tinctoria ((Nutt.) DC.)
• Coreopsis elegans (Voss)
• Coreopsis similis (F.E.Boynton)
• Calliopsis atkinsoniana ((Douglas ex Lindl.) Hook.)
• Coreopsis tinctoria var. similis ((F.E.Boynton) H.M.Parker ex E.B.Sm.)
• Calliopsis cardaminifolia (DC.)
• Bidens tinctoria ((Nutt.) Baill.)
• Coreopsis tinctoria f. atropurpurea ((Hook.) Fernald)
• Calliopsis atropurpurea (Steud.)
• Bidens atkinsoniana ((Douglas ex Lindl.) Banfi, Galasso & Bartolucci)
• Diplosastera tinctoria ((Nutt.) Tausch)
• Coreopsis tinctoria var. atkinsoniana ((Douglas ex Lindl.) H.M.Parker ex E.B.Sm.)
• Coreopsis atkinsoniana (Douglas ex Lindl.)

Distribution

• Alabama (native)
• Alberta (native)
• Arizona (native)
• Arkansas (native)
• British Columbia (native)
• California (native)
• Colorado (native)
• Connecticut (native)
• Delaware (native)
• District of Columbia (native)
• Florida (native)
• Georgia (native)
• Idaho (native)
• Illinois (native)
• Indiana (native)
• Iowa (native)
• Kansas (native)
• Kentucky (native)
• Louisiana (native)
• Maine (native)
• Manitoba (native)
• Maryland (native)
• Masachusettes (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Michigan (native)
• Minnesota (native)
• Mississippi (native)
• Missouri (native)
• Montana (native)
• Nebraska (native)
• New Hampshire (native)
• New Jersey (native)
• New Mexico (native)
• New York (native)
• North Carolina (native)
• North Dakota (native)
• Ohio (native)
• Oklahoma (native)
• Ontario (native)
• Oregon (native)
• Pennsylvania (native)
• Québec (native)
• Rhode I. (native)
• Saskatchewan (native)
• South Carolina (native)
• South Dakota (native)
• Tennessee (native)
• Texas (native)
• Vermont (native)
• Virginia (native)
• Washington (native)
• West Virginia (native)
• Wisconsin (native)
• Wyoming (native)
• Assam (introduced)
• Austria (introduced)
• Baleares (introduced)
• Baltic States (introduced)
• Belarus (introduced)
• Belgium (introduced)
• Bulgaria (introduced)
• Costa Rica (introduced)
• East Himalaya (introduced)
• El Salvador (introduced)
• Fiji (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Germany (introduced)
• Great Britain (introduced)
• Hungary (introduced)
• India (introduced)
• Italy (introduced)
• Japan (introduced)
• Jawa (introduced)
• Kazakhstan (introduced)
• Korea (introduced)
• Krym (introduced)
• Marianas (introduced)
• Mozambique (introduced)
• Myanmar (introduced)
• North Caucasus (introduced)
• Norway (introduced)
• Pakistan (introduced)
• Poland (introduced)
• Portugal (introduced)
• Primorye (introduced)
• Romania (introduced)
• South European Russi (introduced)
• Spain (introduced)
• Tadzhikistan (introduced)
• Taiwan (introduced)
• Transcaucasus (introduced)
• Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)
• Tubuai Is. (introduced)
• Turkmenistan (introduced)
• Ukraine (introduced)
• Uzbekistan (introduced)
• Vietnam (introduced)
• West Himalaya (introduced)
• Yugoslavia (introduced)

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Leaf

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Flower

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Other

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Fruit

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3133950)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:198219-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Coreopsis tinctoria Nutt.)

Specifications

Growth