Mario Héctor Ricardi Salinas

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Malesherbia tocopillana is a species of subshrub endemic to Tocopilla, Antofagasta Region in Chile. It is found in costal deserts at altitudes of 150 - 400 m. It reaches heights of 50 cm, has 25 - 65mm long leaves and simple racemes with pink flowers. It is considered a very rare plant, with only 9 live individuals documented, as such, it is classified as endangered.

Malesherbia splendens is a shrub in the genus Malesherbia. It is colloquially known as Moro, Fox Tail, and Veronica.

Malesherbia auristipulata is a perennial woody shrub in the genus Malesherbia (Passifloraceae). Locally it is called Ají de Zorra. M. auristipulata is commonly found in Northern Chile and rarely in Tacna, Peru. In general, the species range is very restricted. As a result M. auristipulata is considered a rare plant. It is likely that there are less than 100 individuals left, classifying the species as critically endangered by the local government. Malesherbia auristipulata synonymous with Malesherbia turbinea J.F. Macbr; though M. auristipulata is the accepted name.

Malesherbia arequipensis is a herbaceous member of Malesherbia (Passifloraceae) with white flowers. It first described in 1961 by botanist Mario H. Ricardi Salinas and is native to Arequipa and Moquegua. It is the only member of Malesherbia that grows outside of the Andes. It grows up to 15 cm tall and has white flowers. As of 2006, the species is considered vulnerable in Arequipa, but is not under protection. Malesherbia arequipensis has been recorded hybridizing with M. ardens, the offspring show intermediate flower sizes, but have coloration similar to M. arequipensis; the offspring are

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