<![CDATA[This research aims to explore the types of medicinal plants used by the Akur Sunda Wiwitan indigenous community in Kampung Pasir,Samarang District, Garut Regency, and to uncover the potential for phytotherapy contained within them. The qualitative approachmethod was conducted through direct observation and in-depth interviews with traditional leaders who possess traditionalknowledge about medicinal plants. The results of the study show that there are seven types of plants that are most frequently used,namely binahong leaves (Anredera cordifolia), babadotan leaves (Ageratum conyzoides), ki urat leaves (Plantago major), temulawak rhizome (Curcuma zanthorrhiza), salam leaves (Syzygium polyanthum), jackfruit leaves (Artocarpus heterophyllus), and guava shoot leaves (Psidium guajava). These plants are used to treat stomach ulcers, hypertension, and diarrhea. Based on a literature review, all of these plants contain bioactive compounds such as phenols, flavonoids, saponins, and tannins, which have been proven to have pharmacological activity consistent with their traditional uses. The results of this study strengthen the conclusion that ethno pharmaceutical practices in the Akur Sunda Wiwitan indigenous community have a strong scientific basis and have the potential to be developed into phytotherapy products based on local wisdom]]>
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