Tinospora merrilliana (Menispermaceae): an addition to the flora of India

Abstract

: Tinospora merrilliana Diels, a little known endemic species of Central Malesia, is reported for the first time as a new record to the flora of India. The species was collected from the Telyababa forest range, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. A detailed description, distribution, habitat, colour plates, and a key to the species of Tinospora Miers in India are provided for easy identification.