<![CDATA[This study aims to identify and describe the types of medicinal plants used by the community of Tindaki Village, South Parigi District, as well as to document their scientific names, morphological characteristics, parts used, and methods of processing. The research method used was descriptive with a qualitative approach through exploration techniques, direct observation in six hamlets, structured interviews with ten informants consisting of five key informants and five non-key informants, and field documentation. Species identification was carried out based on observations of morphological characteristics, including roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits, and then verified using scientific literature to ensure the accuracy of the classification. The results of the study showed that there were 34 species of medicinal plants belonging to 23 families and 18 orders. The most widely used parts of the plants were the leaves and rhizomes, followed by the fruits, roots, stems, and sap. These plants are used to treat various diseases such as fever, cough, diarrhea, diabetes, hypertension, kidney stones, digestive disorders, and skin diseases. The conclusion of this study shows that Tindaki Village has a high diversity of medicinal plants that are still actively used, thus requiring continuous conservation and documentation efforts.]]>
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