haitanensis

Haitanensis is a Latinized specific epithet used in the scientific names of various organisms to indicate origin from a place named Haitan. In taxonomic convention, the suffix -ensis means “from” or “associated with,” and haitanensis functions as the second part of a binomial name (the species name) following the genus.

Use and scope

The epithet haitanensis appears across different kingdoms, including plants, animals, fungi, and algae. Because it is a toponymic epithet rather than a single taxon, many distinct species from different genera may bear the designation haitanensis if the type locality or the region of discovery is associated with Haitan or a similarly named place in historical or local usage. The exact meaning of Haitan can vary by original description and regional spelling, so the inferred geography should be confirmed by consulting the species’ original publication or a taxonomic database.

Nomenclatural notes

As with other epithets, haitanensis must agree in gender with its genus and is governed by the rules of the relevant nomenclatural code. The locality information informing the epithet is typically stated in the species description, and subsequent taxonomic revisions may preserve, modify, or relocate the name according to new evidence.

Identification and references

Because haitanensis is not a single taxon but a recurring epithet, identifying a particular haitanensis species requires the full binomial name and its authority. Researchers commonly consult taxonomic databases such as ITIS, Catalogue of Life, GBIF, or region-specific floras and monographs to locate the exact species associated with haitanensis.