In the scientific name Mangifera indica Linn., what does 'Linn.' indicate?

Correct answer: It indicates that this species was first described by Linnaeus

Correct answer: A. In a scientific name followed by an abbreviated author citation, “Linn.” is the abbreviation of Linnaeus, the scientist associated with describing or establishing the name. The two words Mangifera indica form the binomial name: Mangifera is the genus and indica is the specific epithet. The author citation is additional information, not a third part of the binomial name. A is correct because it identifies the author connected with the original description or naming. B is incorrect because “Linn.” does not indicate a mango variety. C is incorrect because it is an abbreviation of a person’s name, not simply a Latin vocabulary word. D is incorrect because it is not a regional or local name. Memory cue: an author abbreviation after the scientific name tells “who described or named it.”