Ecology, Environment and Conservation Paper


Vol.31, July Suppl Issue, 2025

Page Number: S294-S296

NEW DISTRIBUTION RECORD OF CISSUS ROTUNDIFOLIA LAM. (VITACEAE) IN KARNATAKA, INDIA

T.C. Gopal, S.V. Kambhar, J.V. Dalavi and M.R. Bhise

Abstract

A new record of an invasive and naturalized member of Vitaceae; Cissus rotundifolia Lam. was found in Bagalkot and Belagavi districts of Karnataka. This can be easily distinguished from other species by its woody climbing habit, inflorescence and fruits. A short description with colour photographs of the plant in its natural habitat is provided.