Edeni

Edeni is a Latin-derived epithet used in binomial nomenclature. In taxonomy, edeni appears as the specific epithet of a species name, often to honor a person with the surname Eden or to invoke the Garden of Eden. The exact form and capitalization depend on the taxonomist and Latin grammar; common variants include edeni and edenii. In practice, the epithet is combined with a genus name to form a two-part scientific name, with both parts typically written in italics and the genus capitalized.

The usage of edeni spans multiple biological groups, including plants, animals, and fungi. Because it is an honorific epithet, the person honored may be a researcher, collector, or benefactor associated with the discovery or study of the species, though the specific connection varies by case. The form chosen—whether edeni, edenii, or another Latinized variant—follows conventions established by the describer and established nomenclature rules.

In scientific literature and databases, edeni is treated as a standard lowercase Latin suffix within the species name. Its role is primarily to provide a commemorative or contextual reference, rather than to convey information about the organism’s biology or ecology.

See also: Eden, Edenic, Etymology of species epithets, Taxonomic nomenclature.