Ethnobotanical Insights into the Medicinal Application for Fever in the Kampar community

Abstract

The Kampar community practices traditional healing methods. In Penyasawan Village, located in Kampar Regency, several plants are used as sources of medicine. This study aims to explore the utilization of medicinal plants to treat fever by the local Kampar people. The research method used is a case study. The study was conducted in Penyasawan Village, Kampar District, Kampar Regency, Riau Province. The local community uses a variety of plants as alternative treatments. The data collection techniques used in this research were observation and interviews. The Kampar people use daun kiman hujan (Zingiber spectabile), daun sugi-sugi (Justicia gendarussa), and daun sidingin (Kalanchoe pinnata) as ingredients in traditional fever remedies. This local knowledge can serve as a valuable learning resource for science education, particularly in biology, under the topic of biodiversity. Students can learn science starting from the knowledge that already exists in their community, making it easier for them to understand science concepts related to biodiversity. Indonesia is the second richest country in terms of global biodiversity, including a wide variety of medicinal plants, with thousands of species already utilized by the public. Various ethnic groups use plants for ethnomedicine, characterized by unique formulations and preparation methods that demonstrate a deep understanding of medicinal flora by local communities. Traditional medicine based on local wisdom can enhance quality of life, both economically and in terms of public health. Education Based on Local Excellence is a conscious and planned effort that involves the wise exploration and utilization of local potential to create a meaningful learning environment, enabling students to actively develop their abilities, knowledge, and attitudes. This research aims to describe the process of preparing traditional herbal remedies and reconstruct it from indigenous science to formal scientific knowledge.