A label bears the name Mangifera indica Linn. What information is conveyed by “Linn.”?

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A label bears the name Mangifera indica Linn. What information is conveyed by “Linn.”?

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The plant belongs to a genus called Linn. The species was first described by Linnaeus. Correct The species was first discovered in India. The specific epithet has been shortened.

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The abbreviated author name written after the specific epithet indicates the scientist who first described the species. “Linn.” indicates Linnaeus.

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