Definitions for: Tickseed

[n] any of numerous plants of the genus Coreopsis having a profusion of showy usually yellow daisylike flowers over long periods; North and South America

Webster (1913) Definition: Tick"seed`, n. [Tick the insect + seed; cf. G.
wanzensamen, literally, bug seed.]
1. A seed or fruit resembling in shape an insect, as that of
certain plants.

2. (Bot.)
(a) Same as Coreopsis.
(b) Any plant of the genus Corispermum, plants of the
Goosefoot family.

Synonyms: coreopsis, tickweed

See Also: calliopsis, Coreopsis gigantea, Coreopsis maritima, Coreopsis tinctoria, genus Coreopsis, giant coreopsis, herb, herbaceous plant, sea dahlia

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