tickseed
Coreopsis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Tickseed, scientifically known as Coreopsis, is a versatile genus of flowering plants celebrated for their vibrant, sun-loving blooms. While primarily prized in ornamental gardens for their cheerful aesthetic, these resilient perennials hold significant historical importance in traditional herbalism, often utilized for their diverse medicinal and restorative botanical properties.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Tickseed · Tickseeds
- Scientific synonyms
- Leachia · Cymbaecarpa · 9 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- tickseed
- Tickseeds
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CoreopsisSynonyms
- Leachia
- Cymbaecarpa
- Diplosastera
- Coreopsoides
- Calliopsis
- Selleophytum
- Lophactis
- Acispermum
- Odoglossa
- Vernasolis
- Pugiopappus
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Calliopsis
- Pugiopappus
- Tuckermannia
- Leptosyne
- Epilepis
- Acispermum
German:
- Mädchenaugen
- Schöngesicht
- Mädchenauge
French:
- Coréopsis
- Coréopsis
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Coreopsis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Coreopsis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across various regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence can be observed in Great Britain and Norway. Moving toward the central part of the continent, it is also found throughout Middle Europe. Specifically, the species inhabits parts of Austria and Belgium. Finally, its range extends further into Germany, completing its European footprint.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
| Middle Europe | Hungary |
| Middle Europe | Poland |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares |
| Southwestern Europe | France |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Coreopsis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Sesquiterpenes, Sterols.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sesquiterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sterols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Sesquiterpenes
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Sterols
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica