Primary type information:
Primary type material: lectotype worker (by designation of Jaitrong & Yamane, 2011a: 25). Primary type locality: Philippines: Luzon, Bontoc, Polis Pass, 6000 ft (J.W. Chapman). Primary type depository: MCZC.
Secondary type information:
Secondary type material: 20 paralectotype workers. Secondary type locality: same as for lectotype. Secondary type depository: MCZC.