brandtii

Brandtii is a Latinized species epithet used in biological nomenclature to honor individuals bearing the surname Brandt. In the binomial system, brandtii functions as the second part of a two-part name, for example in a species name such as Genus brandtii, and it does not designate a taxon on its own. The epithet is Latin genitive meaning "of Brandt" and is commonly employed in both zoological and botanical naming.

The form brandtii is a conventional rendering of the honoree’s name in genitive Latin. In taxonomy, the suffixes -ii or -i can appear for masculine names, and the choice between them has historical and tradition-based roots that vary by field and region. As a result, you may encounter variations such as brandtii or brandti in different taxa. Both forms are established in scientific literature depending on the original author and nomenclatural rules applied at the time of naming.

Usage and scope: brandtii is reserved for cases where authors intentionally honor a person named Brandt. The exact individual being honored is typically indicated in the species’ original description or subsequent taxonomic notes, and may reflect contributions to science, collection work, or discovery of the species. The epithet is widespread across diverse groups, appearing in mammals, birds, insects, plants, and other organisms.

In summary, brandtii is a commemorative epithet used across biology to recognize a Brandt, rather than a standalone taxon. Its form and application follow established Latinization conventions and vary by historical context.