Diploclisia glaucescens, commonly known as Vatoli is a large, woody climber. Leaves of the plant are almost round hence the name 'Vatoli, वाटोळी'; which means circular. Leaf stalks of this plant are longer than the leaf blades.
The climber flowers from March to April. Tiny yellow flowers are borne in clusters. Flowers mainly appear on the main trunk as well as on mature, woody branches. Fruits start appearing in monsoon. It belongs to Menispermaceae family. This climber is native to India. The climber has certain medicinal properties.
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