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Definition of heliopsis

heliopsis

/ˌhiːliˈɑːpsɪs/
he · li · op · sis
Plural:heliopses
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• noun

1

Any plant of the genus Heliopsis within the aster family, native to North and South America, characterized by bright yellow, daisy-like flower heads and commonly known as the false sunflower or oxeye.

Example

"Drought-tolerant and vibrant, the heliopsis thrives in full sun and provides an excellent source of nectar for local pollinators."

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• Rhymes for heliopsis

• Nearby Words

helichrysum
heliconia
helicopter
heliopsis
heliotrope
heliotropium
helium

Word Origin & Etymology

From Modern Latin, derived from Greek 'helios' (sun) and '-opsis' (appearance or sight), referencing the plant's visual similarity to the true sunflower.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Heliopsis. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/heliopsis
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