Sauvagesia ribeiroi

Sauvagesia ribeiroi is a member of the Ochnaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. The species is part of the genus Sauvagesia, which includes several woody shrubs and trees. This species was first formally described and published in 2006 by Harley & Giul. It is endemic to the northeastern part of Brazil, where it is found in its natural habitat. The description of the species contributes to the understanding of the biodiversity within the Ochnaceae family in the Neotropics.