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BIO Web Conf.
Volume 117, 2024
International Conference on Life Sciences and Technology (ICoLiST 2023)
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| Article Number | 01019 | |
| Number of page(s) | 10 | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/bioconf/202411701019 | |
| Published online | 05 July 2024 | |
Ethnobotanical study of Rafflesia zollingeriana and its host (Tetrastigma spp.) at Papring forest, Kalipuro, Banyuwangi, East Java, Indonesia
1 Doctoral Study Program in Biology, Departement of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Brawijaya University, Malang, 65145, East Java, Indonesia
2 Departement of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Brawijaya University, Malang 65145, East Java, Indonesia
* Corresponding author : nnurchayati@student.ub.ac.id
Rafflesia zollingeriana is endemic species of the genus Rafflesia in Eastern Java was recently discovered in the Papring forest of Kalipuro Banyuwangi. Stakeholder participantion is crucial for habitat preservation, with indigenous communities playing a significant role due to their valuable knowlwdge of local plants and habitats. This study aimed to assess the impact of indigenous knowledge on R. zollingeriana. Conducted within the Papring forest community, the investigation involved interviewing 115 respondents using semi structured questionnaires. The findings revealed the presence of local names and traditional uses for R. zollingeriana, as well as its host plants. Furthermore, the study identified varying levels of community awareness regarding conservation efforts for R. zollingeriana and its host apecies (Tetrastigma spp.) Integrating this indigenous knowledge into strategic recommendations could enhance community awareness and knowledge retention.
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