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VOL. 8, ISSUE 2 (2023)
The types of mangrove plants used as food sources in the Percut Sei Tuan district, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra
Authors
Sintia Simanjuntak, Jamilah Nasution, Ferdinand Susilo
Abstract
The research on mangroves in the Percut Sei Tuan District is currently
limited to a general understanding of mangrove forest utilization, with a lack
of in-depth exploration of the potential use of specific mangrove species as
food sources. Therefore, further investigation is necessary to examine and
optimize their utilization, particularly in the context of sustainability and
local food security. The objective of this study is to identify the mangrove
species utilized as food sources by the community in the Percut Sei Tuan
District, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra. The research employs a
qualitative descriptive method, utilizing semi-structured interviews with
informants/respondents. Data analysis is conducted descriptively and
presentationally. The findings reveal that five mangrove species, namely
Avicennia marina, Sonneratia caseolaris, Sonneratia alba, Acanthus ilicifolius,
and Nypa fruticans, are utilized as food sources. The plant parts utilized from
mangroves include fruits (80%) and leaves (20%). This insight provides a
comprehensive understanding of the potential for diversifying food sources from
mangrove ecosystems.
Pages:29-33
How to cite this article:
Sintia Simanjuntak, Jamilah Nasution, Ferdinand Susilo "The types of mangrove plants used as food sources in the Percut Sei Tuan district, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra". International Journal of Biology Research, Vol 8, Issue 2, 2023, Pages 29-33
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