The people of the Banceuy traditional village, Sanca Village, Ciater District, Subang Regency have a unique tradition of expressing gratitude for natural products, especially rice (Oryza sativa), which has been carried out since the time of their ancestors and is known as the Ngaruwat Bumi ceremony. Ngaruwat Bumi is a traditional ceremony that is routinely held every year at the end of the month of Rayagung. This research aims to analyze ethnobotanical studies on the Ngaruwat Bumi ceremony in the Banceuy Indigenous village community. The research was carried out in three stages, namely literature study, interviews, and data processing and analysis. The data taken is primary data and secondary data. Primary data is data obtained directly in the field through interviews with respondents. Meanwhile, secondary data is data obtained from previously existing research or publications. Sampling used a purposive random sampling method with 15 respondents. The research results showed that six types of plants were used in the Ngaruwat traditional ceremonies carried out by the people of the Banceuy traditional village, namely Oryza sativa, Arenga pinnata, Cocos nucifera, Cordyline fruticosa, Coleus scutellarioides, Justicia gendarussa, and Musa paradisiaca.

The katuk plant (Sauropus androgynus) is a herbal plant that has many health benefits. Sauropus androgynus is one of the species of herbal plants that is widely known and spread in various countries, especially the Asian region, including Indonesia. This study aims to investigate the use of katuk leaf plant as an herbal medicine in RW 08 Sindangsari Village, Garut Regency through an ethnobotanical approach and to find out some of the benefits of katuk used as an alternative medicine. Data was taken by purposive sampling and continued with random sampling using electronic media. In data analysis, quantitative and qualitative approaches are used, including calculating Use Values (UV) and Fidelity Level (FL). The results of the study showed that the katuk plant had the highest UV value of 0.87 and FL 66.67% as a breast milk promoter, followed by other benefits, namely as a fever medicine, internal heat, cough medicine and so on. The results of the study showed that the katuk plant had the highest UV value of 0.87 and FL 66.67% as a breast milk promoter, followed by other benefits, namely as a fever medicine, internal heat, cough medicine and so on. The results show that katuk is a crucial plant in traditional medicine used by the residents of RW 08 Sindangsari Village.

With the rapid increase in global population and the ongoing depletion of agricultural land, food security faces an escalating threat. CRISPR genetic engineering technology offers immense potential to enhance crop resilience and productivity. However, its application raises significant ethical concerns, both from a bioethical perspective and within the framework of Islamic values. This article examines core principles of bioethics and Islamic ethics to explore the morally conscious integration of genetic technology. Through a comprehensive literature review, it underscores the necessity of a collaborative approach involving scientists, policymakers, and religious leaders to establish ethical guidelines for its responsible use. The findings highlight the critical need to strike a balance between technological innovation and the preservation of moral principles. By adhering to ethical standards rooted in both modern bioethics and Islamic teachings, genetic technologies such as CRISPR can be harnessed to address food security challenges by improving crop productivity and fortifying resistance to diseases and extreme environmental stressors, without compromising moral integrity.

Garut is one of the areas that has local cultural wisdom that is still beautiful and preserved. The diversity of existing plants has sufficient economic value and has potential as alternative ingredients and medicines. The people of Garut still cultivate and use plants as alternative medicines that can cure various diseases. The Mustajab plant or Gedi Leaf with the scientific name Abelmoschus manihot of the Malvace family is one of the herbal plants that has long been used by the people of Sindangsari village as a fever reducer or pyretic in babies. Pyretics is a condition in which the body experiences an increase in temperature above normal limits due to a response to infection or inflammation. This research was conducted in Sindangsari Village, Leuwigoong District, Garut Regency. The method used in this research is an exploratory survey method. The data collection technique uses a purposive sampling method. This research data analysis uses qualitative and quantitative methods. To calculate the use value, the UV method is used. Apart from that, the Fidelity Level Index (FLI) method is also used. Mustajab leaves are included in the category of plants with metabolite compounds which can produce compounds from the soil itself. Mustajab leaves can cure fever in babies because they contain many active compounds, one of which is flavonoid compounds. Based on the results presented in the table, it can be seen that the highest FL value is in the mustajab plant which is used as a treatment for fever in babies with a FL value of 51.5%. Based on the results table, it can be seen that the highest UV value is in the use of mustajab leaves as a medicine for baby fever with a UV value of 0.51. There are many processing and application methods for using mustajab leaves as traditional medicine, including boiling, squeezing and pounding. Based on the data above, it can be concluded that mustajab leaves are one of the traditional food plants which are usually used by rural communities as an alternative medicine to reduce fever in babies.

This study aims to explore the local wisdom of the Jambusari Village community, Cilacap, in managing plant resources, especially the practice of chewing betel nut and smoking traditional plants. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a case study design, involving 44 respondents selected through snowball sampling techniques. The results of the study indicate that the habit of chewing betel nut and smoking is an integral part of the local culture that is passed down from generation to generation. As many as 75% of respondents came from families who had the habit, with the majority stating that they had not experienced any changes in this practice. Although there are benefits perceived from both habits, such as freshness and enjoyment, there are also reports of negative impacts on health. This study highlights the importance of preserving ethnobotanical knowledge as an effort to conserve local biological and cultural resources.

This study identifies nine plant species used as herbal remedies for postpartum recovery by young mothers in Sindangreret, Bandung. The UV (Use Value) for each plant varies, reflecting their relative importance in traditional practices. Curcuma longa exhibits the highest UV (0.58), highlighting its frequent use and perceived significance in traditional formulations for wound healing, reducing inflammation, and overall health enhancement. Other notable plants include Zingiber officinale (UV 0.51) for anti-inflammatory and energy-boosting properties, and Kaempferia galanga (UV 0.29) for pain relief and stamina enhancement. Traditional usage of these plants is supported by their bioactive compounds and therapeutic potential. The study underscores the importance of preserving ethnobotanical knowledge and suggests further scientific validation and public education to optimize the benefits of these herbal remedies.

Moringa oleifera plants as traditional medicine used by the people of Cibeas Village, Cintaraja Village, Singaparna District, Tasikmalaya Regency. This study aims to determine the use of moringa plants as traditional medicine. The method used is descriptive qualitative and quantitative with data collection techniques through observation, semi-structured interviews, and snowball sampling. Data analysis was carried out by calculating the utility value (Use Value/UV), informant context factors (Informant Consensus Factor/ICF), and relative citation frequency (Relative Frequency of Citation/RFC). The results showed that moringa plants are used to treat 12 types of diseases, with the highest utilization for lowering hypertension (UV = 0.296). The leaves are the most frequently used part (ICF = 0.952).

The Use of Local Plants in Legok Hayam Cultural Village, Girimekar Village, Cilengkrang District, Bandung Regency for Tali Paranti Traditional Needs. This research aims to explore the community’s knowledge about the use of plants for Tali Paranti traditional activities. Data was collected through open interviews by visiting informants and closed surveys, including the distribution of questionnaires via Google Forms to reach all informants. The results of the study show that Coconut received the highest use value of 0.25, and the Fidelity Level was 25%. Through both qualitative and quantitative methods, this research provides insights into the interaction between the community and plants in the context of local culture.

Spices are parts of plants such as leaves, stems, rhizomes, seeds and other parts. One product made from spices is a functional drink. This functional drink has many good benefits for the body, including preventing various diseases, preventing the aging process, and maintaining the body's immune system. Herbal drinks are a functional drink that has many benefits for the body, the basic ingredients for which are made using spices that are often found around. People in Cimalaka Village are used to using kitchen spices to make herbal drinks.  The aim of this research is to determine the benefits of kitchen spices used by the people of Cimalaka Village as ingredients for making herbal drinks which are commonly consumed by the people in the village. The research was conducted in September-November 2024. The method used in this research used a quantitative approach with the measurement parameters Use Value (UV) and Informant Consensus Factor (ICF). This sample was taken using the snawball sampling technique with a total of 31 respondents. The research results showed that the highest spice utilization value was lemongrass (UV = 0.61) with a UV percentage of 22%, and the lowest spice utilization value was garlic (UV = 0.16) with a UV percentage of 6%. With the highest ICF value of 1, namely rheumatism, gout and gastritis with a percentage value for each disease of 21%. And the disease with the lowest uniformity value, the ICF value is 0.86, namely cholesterol disease with a percentage value of 18%. Herbal drinks have benefits for the people of Cimalaka Village which can be seen from the diversity of benefits.

This study discusses the use of beluntas plants (Pluchea indica) as medicinal plants in Bojong Salam Village, Banyuresmi District, Garut. Ethnobotany investigates the interaction between people and plants, particularly in the context of traditional medicine. The people of Bojong Salam Village have long used beluntas plants as medicine to treat body odor, bad breath, back pain, and vaginal discharge. This study involved interviews with 30 respondents using a purposive sampling method. In data analysis, quantitative and qualitative approaches were used, including calculating the Use Value (UV) and Fidelity Level Index (FIC). The results showed that beluntas leaves had the highest UV value of around 0.5 and FIC of around 50% as a medicine for vaginal discharge, followed by other benefits as a medicine to eliminate body odor, bad breath and back pain. The results showed that beluntas is an important plant in traditional medicine used by the people of Bojong Salam Village.