Lianas are climbing plants that produce true wood and that germinate on the ground but lose their ability to support to ascend to the canopy. Wayanad is a small hilly district in Kerala and constitute a major portion of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The area is rich in faunal diversity and abundance. Almost all the larger mammals of peninsular India are observed in this area. The area has a good population of Elephant, Gaur, Sambar, Spotted Deer and Wild Boar. Other animals such as Bonnet Macaque, Common Langur, Sloth Bear, Tiger, Wild Dog, Panther, Jungle Cat, Malabar Giant Squirrel and Indian...