serpentis

Serpentis is a term of Latin origin meaning "of snakes" or "serpent." In lexical and taxonomic contexts, serpentis most often appears as a species epithet in zoological and occasionally botanical names, signaling an association with snakes or snake-like characteristics. As a specific epithet, it is not indicative of a single lineage; rather, it occurs in multiple, unrelated taxa across different genera. The usage follows standard nomenclatural conventions: in binomial names, the epithet serpentis is written in lowercase, while the genus is capitalized. When used outside formal taxonomy—such as in fictional works or branding—it may appear as a capitalized proper noun.

Beyond biology, serpentis also appears in literature and media as a name or descriptor that evokes serpentine imagery. In such contexts, it is often used for fictional species, organizations, or mythic beings, and is not tied to real-world classifications.

Etymology and related terms: serpentis derives from Latin serpēns, meaning snake. Related forms include serpentine, serpent, and Serpens, all sharing the same root.