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Journal of Tropical Biodiversity
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Journal of Tropical Biodiversity, ISSN : 2774-4116 (Online) is an international journal that publishes articles on all aspects of biological diversity-its description, analysis and conservation, and its controlled rational use by humankind. The scope of Biodiversity and Conservation is wide and multidisciplinary, and embraces all life-forms. published by Universitas Nasional Jakarta
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Conserving Flora Biodiversity Saribanon, Nonon; Amarullah, Amarullah; Ilmi , Fauziah; Effendi, Alvira Noer; Siregar, Zuhriansyah; Rafsanzani , Muhammad Firdaus
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 1 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i1.204

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The consideration of elderly welfare is paramount for achieving prosperity across all segments of society. To enhance the well-being of the elderly, the provision of green open spaces is imperative. These areas serve not only as places for relaxation and recreation but also foster a sense of togetherness and harmony in the relationship between humans and the environment. The creation of an Elderly Park aligns with these objectives, additionally serving as a locus for biodiversity conservation in rural settings. Conducted in Rahayu Village, Soko District, Tuban Regency, East Java, this research, executed in August-September 2023, employed field survey methods, encompassing interviews and non-transect vegetation analysis to catalog plant species. The primary goal of this investigation is to scrutinize plant species composition, ascertain biodiversity indices, compute estimated carbon biomass, and delineate the potential and conservation status of flora in Taman Lansia, Rahayu Village. The Elderly Park benefits 3,808 individuals from 1,298 families. The study revealed a plant composition of 61 species across 33 families, totaling 6,623 individuals. The flora biodiversity index (H') is 3.381 (High Category), and the flora species evenness index (E) is 0.8226 (High Category). The overall volume of flora carbon biomass measures 32.3741 m3, with a total biomass above the surface of 37.8453 kg. Of the identified plant species, 58 have potential applications in food and medicine, while 8 species possess LC, DD, and CD Conservation Status, necessitating preservation efforts within the Elderly Park.
Water Quality Index Analysis of Situ Cilodong, Depok, West Java Using Storet Method Zulfa, Astri; Apriansyah, Farhan; Qonitah, Tsabitah Athifah; Vansha, Fahriza Kemal; Utami, Marcelita Putri; Bakri, Hendrawan; Hoiroh, Ziyadatul; Kamila, Afifah Intan
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 1 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i1.205

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Situ Cilodong is located in Kalibaru, Cilodong, Depok. Situ Cilodong served as a beautiful, strategic area and thus served as a local water tourism. However, the presence of a human activity causes it to contain household wastes and other fillings that leak into the body of the water. The study was intended to determine the quality of the water and was held by storet methods. Storets method work by comparing data on water quality with water quality adjusted to it in order to determine water quality status. The parameters used in this study are the physical parameters in the form of temperature and brightness, also chemical in the form of pH and DO, all parameters was measure insitu in the morning. We also do identyfication of plankton. Data retrieval times occurred periodically each week of November 2021. Based on its designation, Situ Cilodong is included in class 2. The sampling station point being used is at the inlet station, center and outlet. The result of research is that the waters at Situ Cilodong was classified as a light polluted lake based on stroret's methods score on the inlet -10 station, -8 and -10 outlets. The most frequently identified type of planton species is from the phytoplanton group.
Ethnobotanical Study of Medicinal Plants in Bangbayang Village, Sumedang, West Java. Riany, Adelia; Permatasari, Alissa Putri; Salsabila, Nazhifah; Nurlena, Nurlena; Rahayu, Sri Endarti; Marcelina, Meggie
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 2 (2024): April 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i2.213

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Ethnobotany can be defined as the study of the utilization of plants in a community, one of which is medicinal plants. The purpose of this research is to understand and identify the types of plants used in medicine and their processing methods by the community in Bangbayang Village, Sumedang, West Java. This study was conducted using qualitative and quantitative data analysis through five stages: observation, interviews, field observations, identification, and documentation. Based on interviews with 35 respondents, the diversity of medicinal plants obtained in the forest area of Bangbayang Village is 65 species from 38 families. These medicinal plants are utilized as traditional remedies, serving as alternatives and initial steps for treatment and care, which can be obtained directly from home gardens, community cultivation, or the forest. In this study, the most utilized plants as medicine belong to the Zingiberaceae family, with 6 species. The most commonly used plant parts are leaves, and the most common processing method is boiling. Using the Use Value (UV) calculation, Javanese tamarind, guava, and green betel show the highest UV values at 0.20. Meanwhile, in the calculation of Fidelity Level (FL), turmeric shows the highest FL value at 100%.
Egg Production of Local Merawangarab with Different Genetic Composition Nurwansyah, Rafif; Darwati, Sri; Nurcahya, Harini
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 2 (2024): April 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i2.214

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Chicken eggs are the most widely consumed poultry product. Eggs have high protein value and are affordable for the public. Demand for local chicken eggs continues to increase every year. Merawang chicken and Arabian chicken are local Indonesian chickens. It is hoped that crossing the two chickens will produce superior offspring in egg production. The research was conducted to evaluate egg production in local chickens of the merawangarab cross with different genetic compositions of the merawang (M), namely 25% M, 50% M, 62.5% M, and 75% M, totaling 31 birds consisting of 21 adult females and 10 males. This research used a randomized block design (RAK). Egg production has achieved quite good results. The genetic composition affected egg index (P<0.05), but egg weight, hen day production, and feed conversion were the same. The four types of merawangarab chickens have the potential to be local egg-producing chickens. The egg production performance of 25%M, 50%M, 62.5%M, and 75%M was the same and all four could be developed as local laying hens.
Therapeutic Potential of Quercetin Derivatives: In Silico Investigation of HIV-1 Protease Inhibition Aziz, Husna Abdul; Camin, Yeremiah Rubin; Prasasty, Vivitri Dewi
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 2 (2024): April 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i2.215

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) type 1 is the predominant strain known for its impact on the immune system and its propensity for mutation. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the global infection count reached 37.9 million in 2018, with alarming rates of mortality and morbidity. Ongoing drug discovery endeavors encompass various facets, including investigations into HIV protease—a key enzyme in the cleavage process of gag and gag-pol polyprotein chains essential for the genesis of new virions. While numerous studies suggest the inhibitory potential of quercetin against HIV-1, comprehensive exploration regarding its interaction with the HIV-1 protease receptor remains limited. This study aimed to elucidate the therapeutic potential of quercetin derivative compounds as viable candidates for HIV protease inhibition. Employing in silico analysis, molecular docking of 36 quercetin derivative compounds with the HIV-1 protease receptor (code 3SO9) using the Pyrx-Autodock Vina-Open Babel platform was conducted. Prior to docking, ligand preparation was meticulously performed using Autodock Tools 1.5.6, with geometry optimization utilizing Avogadro software. The interaction was assessed through Gibbs free energy (∆G) scoring, where a more negative ∆G value indicated a stronger binding propensity between the ligand and receptor. The docking results revealed that 22 quercetin derivative compounds exhibited Gibbs energy (∆G) values lower than the original ligand, darunavir. However, 5 compounds deviated from Lipinski's rule, while 17 compounds adhered to Lipinski's criteria. Consequently, these 17 quercetin derivative compounds exhibit promising potential as candidate drugs for HIV-1 protease inhibition.
Macro Fungi Diversity in The Sanggabuana Mountain Area, Karawang Regency, Tegalwaru District, West Java Sumarouw, Achmad Alfio Dalish; Yafi, Ikhwal; Vansha, Fahriza Kemal; Noverita, Noverita
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 2 (2024): April 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i2.216

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Sanggabuana Mountain is a mountain located within the territory of Karawang Regency. Administratively, the mountain is situated in Karawang Regency, Tegalwaru District, West Java. The height of the mountain is 1,291 meters above sea level (MDPL) and is the highest and only mountain in Karawang. The area has a high biodiversity, making it highly likely to find many macrofungi, especially macrofungi. This research was conducted to determine the diversity of macrofungi in the Sanggabuana Mountain area of Karawang Regency, Tegalwaru District, West Java. The type of research is exploratory and descriptive research, conducted on three observation routes; Route A (Cigentis), Route B (local plantations), and Route C (Kejayaan). The research results obtained a total of 23 species from 17 genera of macrofungi across the three observation routes, with the species diversity index in all three routes falling into the moderate diversity category. The highest encounter frequency of macrofungi on Route B was Ganoderma applanatum (23%), on Route A was Trametes sp (19%), and on Route C was Microporus xanthopus, Xylaria sp, and Inonotus sp (10%). The species dominance index on Route A falls into the high dominance category, while on Route B and C, it falls into the low dominance category.
Comprehensive Inventory and Medicinal Potential of Macroalgae in Cibuaya Beach Coastal Ecosystem, Ujung Genteng, Sukabumi Effendi, Alvira Noer; Fadhillah, Hilwa Syifa; Khairunisah, Siti Delvia; de’Ornay, Amelia Rina Nogo; Sari, Bunga Anggreini; Handayani , Sri
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 2 (2024): April 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i2.217

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The potential for macroalgae diversity along the coast of Cibuaya Beach, Pangumbahan Village, Ujung Genteng, Sukabumi Regency, West Java, is illustrated in this study. Macroalgae, recognized as integral components of marine ecosystems, have garnered attention due to their substantial economic value and ecological benefits. This study aims to conduct an inventory and identification of macroalgae in this specific locale. The quadratic transect method was employed to provide a comprehensive overview of macroalgae types in the area. The identification results revealed the presence of 25 macroalgae types from 19 tribes and 3 divisions. The diversity assessment yielded a moderate value (2.4) at station 1, while station 2 exhibited a lower diversity level with a value of 1.06, indicating higher species diversity at station 1. Analysis of dominance, as measured by the dominance index, indicated a low level (0.13) at station 1 and a medium level (0.59) at station 2, with Boergesenia forbesii emerging as the dominant type at both stations. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of macroalgae diversity potential along the Cibuaya Coast, providing crucial insights to support marine conservation efforts in the region and serving as a cornerstone for further ecological investigations. Furthermore, considering the proven medicinal potential of macroalgae in prior studies, these findings underscore the significance of this research in the realm of potential drug development and nature-based therapies.
Composition and Diversity of Avifauna Species in the Angke-Kapuk Protected Forest Area, North Jakarta Kusumahadi, Khoe Susanto; Husein, Haris Zakian; Hamdani, Moh.
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 3 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i3.231

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Birds are a good indicator for identifying areas rich in biodiversity, including environmental changes and problems. The reduced number of birds also indicates environmental degradation. Birds play an important role in an ecosystem in maintaining biological balance. These roles include pollinating plants, controlling insect populations and playing a role in the dispersal of plant seeds. In fact, several species of birds are considered key species where their presence in an ecosystem can indirectly influence the existence of other species. Birds need a habitat that acts as a source of food, a place to socialize, reproduce, take shelter, rest and nest. The mangrove area in the Angke-Kapuk Muara Angke Protected Forest is an important bird area or Import Bird Area. The method used is the Visual Encounter Survey (VES). Each species of avifauna found at the observation location was recorded and counted. Bird watching is carried out in the morning at 06.30 – 09.30 WIB. Observations are carried out using a transect route, that is, the observer will walk along the existing observation route. This research will be carried out in the Pantai Indah Kapuk area, namely in the Angke-Kapuk Muara Angke Protected Forest, North Jakarta. This research was conducted in November 2023. This research aims to determine the species composition and diversity of avifauna species at Pantai Indah Kapuk, North Jakarta. Based on the results of research conducted at 11 locations in the Pantai Indah Kapuk area, it was found that there were 62 species of birds from 31 families. The highest number of bird species was found in plot 1, namely 44 species belonging to 24 families and plot 9, namely 36 species belonging to 23 families.
Potential of Flavonoid Compounds from Rhodomyrtus tomentosa as Anticholesterol: An In Silico Study Lumbantoruan, Lamtiur; Sinaga, Ernawati; Simanjuntak, Kristina; Nurbaya, Siti; Prasasty, Vivitri Dewi
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 3 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i3.232

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Indonesia's biodiversity ranks second largest in the world. This vast potential, if managed well, can be utilized as raw materials for medicines. Currently, 96% of drug raw materials in Indonesia are still imported, making medicines expensive. Therefore, efforts are needed to achieve self-sufficiency in drug raw materials, including researching Indonesian plants with potential as hypercholesterolemia drugs to be used as native raw materials. This study aims to determine the potential of flavonoid compounds in Rhodomyrtus tomentosa fruit as an alternative hypercholesterolemia drug. Six flavonoids were identified: myricetin, quercetin, quercetin 7,4'-diglucoside, dihydromyricetin, kaempferol, and vitexin in R. tomentosa (Karamunting) fruit. The method used was an in silico study. In silico studies are used to screen compounds based on their mechanism of action against target proteins. In this study, myricetin, quercetin, dihydromyricetin, kaempferol, quercetin 7,4'-diglucoside, and vitexin were subjected to molecular docking using Autodock Vina software to determine the affinity and interaction of these six compounds with the HMG-CoA reductase enzyme, which acts as an intermediary in the mevalonate pathway for cholesterol metabolism. Simvastatin, a drug used for hypercholesterolemia treatment, was used as a comparison. The molecular docking results showed that the binding energy values for myricetin, quercetin, dihydromyricetin, kaempferol, quercetin 7,4'-diglucoside, and vitexin were -10.0, -9.4, -9.6, -9.2, -11.4, and -9.9 kcal/mol, respectively. These six flavonoid derivatives from Karamunting fruit have better inhibition scores compared to simvastatin, indicating that these flavonoid derivatives can inhibit cholesterol biosynthesis better than simvastatin and have potential as anticholesterol drugs.
Water Quality Monitoring using ONLIMO Automatic Water Monitoring Device in Water Pollution Monitoring Efforts Nurlaila, Nurlaila; Asiah, Asiah; Elfidasari, Dewi
Journal of Tropical Biodiversity Vol 4 No 3 (2024): August 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59689/bio.v4i3.233

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Water quality is one of the key indicators of environmental health that impacts aquatic life and human health. Water quality monitoring is important to measure the impact of human activities and ensure water meets quality standards. Conventional methods of manual water sampling face challenges such as distance, safety risks, and long analysis times, making it less effective for rapid monitoring to address environmental pollution. Following Law No. 32 of 2009, the government requires environmental information for environmental management policies. The Ministry of Environment and Forestry encourages using ONLIMO (online monitoring) technology for automated monitoring, with data published through the MoEF's ONLIMO website. This study was conducted to introduce and analyze the efficiency of ONLIMO technology in water pollution control so that policies and actions can be taken quickly and appropriately. Field verification shows physical factors such as indicators of garbage around the Cipinang River water flow, visible murky watercolor, pungent smelling water, dense residential settlements around the Cipinang River water flow, and the number of industries built in the Cipinang River flow indicate that the Cipinang watershed water quality recorded through ONLIMO water quality monitoring sensors and field verification shows a state of mildly polluted conditions. This factor suggests that the ONLIMO KLHK automatic monitoring tool has the effectiveness and efficiency of water quality monitoring because the data entered into the ONLIMO KLHK database through data loggers and field conditions directly show data similarities. Therefore, the ONLIMO KLHK automatic monitoring tool can be an effective early warning system and allows increased efficiency in water pollution control because the data obtained is real-time and by the original water quality conditions at the location.