Agustin Dinda Prameswary, Melisnawati H. Angio

Potensi enam tanaman buah lokal terpilih koleksi Kebun Raya Purwodadi

Introduction

Potensi enam tanaman buah lokal terpilih koleksi kebun raya purwodadi. Temukan potensi 6 buah lokal pilihan koleksi Kebun Raya Purwodadi (Garcinia dulcis, Diospyros discolor, dll.) yang kaya khasiat obat: antikanker, antioksidan, antiinflamasi. Pelajari morfologi & manfaatnya.

Abstract

Indonesia berkontribusi 25% kategori tumbuhan berbunga di tingkat dunia dengan jumlah mencapai 30.000 spesies. Tanaman buah lokal Indonesia adalah jenis tanaman berbuah yang tumbuh secara alami di wilayah Indonesia dan pada umumnya dibudidayakan oleh masyarakat. Pemanfaatan potensi dari tingginya keanekaragaman jenis dan sumber plasma nutfah buah-buahan asli Indonesia dinilai belum optimal. Tujuan penulisan ini adalah untuk memperkenalkan morfologi dan potensi enam buah lokal terpilih koleksi Kebun Raya Purwodadi (K.R. Purwodadi) (Garcinia dulcis, Diospyros discolor, Stelechocarpus burahol, Flacourtia rukam, Eugenia uniflora, dan Muntingia calabura). Pengumpulan data dilakukan pengamatan langsung di lapang. Potensi dan pemanfaatan berdasarkan studi literatur. Bentuk buah lokal memiliki bentuk yang beragam, seperti buah berbentuk apel dan berbulu halus, berbentuk kantong, dan buah berbentuk bunga dengan kulit buah tebal. Tanaman buah lokal berpotensi anti kanker, anti inflamasi, antioksidan, antidiare, analgesik, dan dapat meredakan beberapa penyakit. Banyak potensi yang didapat dari tanaman buah lokal oleh masyarakat. Perlu adanya upaya konservasi dalam menjaga kelestarian.

Review

The abstract presents a timely and important contribution to the documentation and valorization of Indonesia's rich plant biodiversity, specifically focusing on underutilized local fruit species. By introducing six selected fruit plants from the Purwodadi Botanical Garden collection, the authors aim to highlight the morphological diversity and potential applications of these indigenous resources. This effort is particularly commendable given the acknowledged sub-optimal utilization of Indonesia's vast fruit genetic resources, and it serves as a crucial step towards raising awareness and promoting the appreciation of these invaluable natural assets. The methodology, involving direct field observation for morphological descriptions and a literature study for potential benefits, is appropriate for an introductory overview. The findings successfully illustrate the diverse physical characteristics of the fruits, ranging from apple-shaped and furry to pouch-shaped and flower-shaped with thick skins. More importantly, the abstract effectively communicates the significant medicinal potentials identified through literature, including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antidiarrheal, and analgesic properties. These findings underscore the direct relevance and potential benefits of these local fruits for community health and well-being. While the abstract clearly outlines the descriptive aspects and potential of the selected fruits, a full paper would benefit from elaborating on certain points. For instance, detailing the specific studies or compounds linked to the reported medicinal properties would strengthen the scientific claims. Furthermore, although the abstract concludes with a vital call for conservation, future discourse could delve into specific strategies or the role of botanical gardens like Purwodadi in implementing effective conservation measures. Nevertheless, this abstract effectively highlights the value of documenting local fruit species and serves as a strong foundation for further scientific investigation and concerted conservation efforts.

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