<![CDATA[Vines (lianas) are a type of biological resource used by communities as traditional herbal medicine. This study aimed to identify the types of vines used as herbal medicine by the people of Enrekang Regency, the parts of the plants used, the methods of processing, and the types of illnesses treated. The study employed a descriptive-exploratory method with a qualitative approach through field surveys, ethnobotanical interviews, participatory observation, and visual documentation. A total of six informants were selected using purposive sampling, consisting of sanro, community leaders, farmers, and residents with knowledge of medicinal plants. The results showed that 12 species of climbing plants are used as herbal medicines, namely Momordica charantia, Tinospora crispa, Cucumis sativus, Centella asiatica, Anredera cordifolia, Passiflora foetida, Piper nigrum, Piper ornatum, Abrus precatorius, Piper betle, Sechium edule, and Clitoria ternatea. The most commonly used plant parts are the leaves and fruits, while the predominant processing methods are boiling and direct use. Use Value (UV) analysis shows that Piper ornatum has the highest use value (UV=2.00), indicating the highest level of use by the community. Knowledge regarding the use of medicinal plants has been passed down from generation to generation and is still preserved as part of the community’s local wisdom.]]>
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