<![CDATA[This study aims to explore the use of antihypertensive plants in the ethnomedicine practices of the Bugis Wajo community in Wajo Regency, South Sulawesi. Hypertension is a growing global health problem that requires comprehensive management approaches,including the use of traditional medicinal plants that have long been embedded in local culture. This research employed a qualitativeapproach with an exploratory design to gain an in-depth understanding of locally rooted health practices. Sixteen female informants with hypertension were selected through purposive sampling because they were considered to have direct experience in using medicinal plants. In-depth interviews were conducted to explore their perceptions, knowledge, and experiences regarding the use of plants as an alternative therapy. Data were analyzed using the Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC) method to measure how frequently each plant was mentioned and its level of popularity. The findings revealed that the Bugis Wajo community commonly uses 10 types of plants as antihypertensive remedies, with the five most frequently used being cucumber, bay leaves, celery, garlic, and bilimbi. These plants are typically prepared by boiling and consuming the decoction regularly according to individual needs. The results highlight that ethnomedicine remains an important option in managing hypertension within the community. Therefore, revitalizing local wisdom and integrating traditional medicinal plants into the development of complementary therapies should be strengthened to support more holistic and sustainable hypertension control efforts.]]>
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