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Abstract

Ethnopharmacological knowledge reflects the adaptive relationship between humans and biodiversity, serving as an essential foundation for discovering bioactive compounds and developing sustainable medicines. This study aimed to identify ethnopharmacological practices that are still actively maintained by the local community in Karya Penggawa Subdistrict, Pesisir Barat Regency, Lampung Province; to document the plant species utilized; and to identify the diseases treated through biodiversity resources within the Repong Damar ecosystem. Using an ethnographic approach, data were collected from July to October 2025 through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation involving respondents selected via snowball sampling. The findings confirmed that traditional healing practices remain preserved, with eight out of the forty plant species identified in the study area being recognized for their medicinal properties. Frequently used plant parts included bark, fruit peel, and leaves, predominantly prepared through decoction (75%), mainly for treating gastritis, as well as infectious diseases such as fever and diarrhea, and metabolic disorders, particularly hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Only about 20% of the biodiversity was utilized, indicating selective yet empirically grounded knowledge. These results highlight Repong Damar as both a reservoir of indigenous wisdom and a potential source of pharmacological innovation. Further phytochemical and pharmacological studies are recommended to support bioprospecting efforts and integrate ethnopharmacology into sustainable health development in Indonesia.

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Ethnopharmacological Medical Plant Repong Damar

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