Melocactus sergipensis

Melocactus sergipensis belongs to the Cactaceae family and is part of the genus Melocactus. This species is found in the Northeast region of Brazil, where it is part of the local flora. It was first published in 2014 by botanists N.P. Taylor and Meiado, who provided its scientific description. The species is recognized as a distinct member of the Melocactus genus based on its morphological and geographic characteristics.