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Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi
Published by Lembaga Pendidikan, Penelitian, dan Pengabdian Kamandanu
ISSN : 28083598     EISSN : 2808277X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.36312/biocaster
Core Subject : Science, Education, Agriculture,
Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Education Immunology & microbiology
Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi (B : JKB), focus to bridge the gap between research and practice, providing information, ideas and opinion, in addition to critical examinations of advances in biology research, teaching, and learning. Through the coverage of policy and curriculum developments, the latest results of research into the teaching, learning and assessment of biology are brought to the fore. Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi (B : JKB), receiving and publishing article in the form of research and review (scientific article) in the field of biology education and utilization of biological research in teaching and learning. Each article must be linked to the theme "21st century skills in biology education" and / or "Efforts to support the achievements of the goals set forth in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through biology education". All articles are published in English and under go a peer-review process. The scope of Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi (B : JKB), is focused on biology education research/review both in topics covered as well as disciplinary perspective : 1) Biology teaching and learning materials at all education levels; 2) Pure Research of Biology developed or studied to the sources, materials, or instructional media Biology (using the Research and Development paradigm/R&D); 3) Curriculum of Biology Education at all education levels; 4) Quasi-experiment, Class Action Research (CAR), and Lesson Study in Biology teaching and learning; 5) Other Qualitative Research of Biology Education; 6) Biology Learning Evaluation/Assessment; 7) Teacher Professional Issues/Trends in Biology Education; and 8) Environmental education.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Semua) - Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Lain-Lain)
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Memanggil Arwah Leluhur dalam Legenda Arjowilangun: Kajian Etnobotani Tumbuhan Ritual pada Tradisi Leang-Leong Syarifatun Nafisah; Khofifah Dwi Rahmawati; Safinatin Najah; Dwi Ainun Najah; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Heni Refdiana; Susriyati Mahanal
Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1391

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This study aims to document and preserve the local knowledge of the Arjowilangun community, in Malang Regency, East Java, regarding the use of plants in the Leang-Leong tradition. The methodology employed is qualitative descriptive, with data collection techniques including interviews with key informants identified through purposive sampling (traditional leaders), as well as additional informants identified through snowball sampling. Observations were conducted to verify the use of plants in the Leang-Leong ritual, and document analysis was used to support secondary data. Data analysis was carried out in three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that there are 14 plant species from 11 families utilised in the Leang-Leong tradition. Kembang setaman is the most commonly used plant species. Each plant holds a distinct philosophical meaning, reflecting the rationale for its use in each ritual. The conservation status of most plants is classified as Least Concern, indicating that their populations remain stable, although community conservation efforts have not yet been fully optimised. The utilisation of various plants within this tradition reflects the close relationship between humans and nature.
Menjaga Warisan Pengetahuan Tradisional: Kajian Etnobotani Tumbuhan Obat Keluarga (TOGA) di Desa Sekarpuro Kabupaten Malang Nabila Aurelia Pramudita; Fanny Maulidiya Widjayanti; Ajeng Diah Rahmindianti; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Susriyati Mahanal
Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1395

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Community knowledge about Family Medicinal Plants (TOGA) is an important part of local wisdom that plays a role in maintaining health independently, but has not been optimally documented and shows variations in the level of utilization. This study aims to identify TOGA diversity and analyze its utilization patterns in Sekarpuro Village, Malang Regency. The study used a mixed methods approach with an exploratory sequential design through interviews, observations, documentation, and questionnaires to the community who cultivate and utilize TOGA. Determination of informants and respondents was carried out using purposive sampling and snowball sampling techniques. Data were analyzed qualitatively by referring to the stages of Miles & Huberman, then quantitatively using the ethnobotanical index. The results showed that there were 33 species of medicinal plants from 25 families utilized by the community. The highest Informant Consensus Factor (ICF) value was found in wound diseases (0.90), while Pandanus amaryllifolius had the highest Relative Frequency of Citation (RFC) and Species Use Value (SUV) values, namely 0.46 and 0.98, respectively. The Pandanaceae family demonstrated the highest Family Use Value (FUV) of 0.98. Leaves are the most widely utilized plant part, with a Plant Part Use Value (PPUV) of 50.11%. The Fidelity Level (FL) index is used to assess community tendencies in using a particular plant species to treat specific ailments. The use of traditional medicinal plants (TOGA) in Sekarpuro Village reflects the strong role of local knowledge in supporting traditional healing practices and demonstrates the potential for development, particularly in underutilized plants.
Validitas Instrumen Soal Berbasis HOTS Berbantuan Quizizz untuk Melatih Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah Peserta Didik Kelas X di SMA Nila Matili; Lilan Dama; Nurul Fajryani Usman; Frida Maryati Yusuf; Syam S. Kumaji
Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1396

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Learning in the 21st century demands a paradigm shift in education, including biology learning. The rapid development of technology and information has made society increasingly connected globally in the digital era. 4C skills are crucial to be applied in biology learning, as it not only focuses on learning concepts but also demands analytical skills on natural phenomena and contextual problem solving. This study aims to determine whether the development of HOTS questions using Quizizz can train students' problem-solving skills. The type of research used is ADDIE model development research. This development research procedure applies the ADDIE model, which includes five stages: 1) analyze; 2) design; 3) develop; 4) implement; and 5) evaluate. However, in this study, the process only reached the development stage and was not continued to the next stage, so the final results of the study were limited without field testing or comprehensive evaluation. The subjects of this study were grade X students of SMA Negeri 2 Wonosari. The product developed in this study was HOTS-based questions using Quizizz. The validation process was carried out by two biology lecturers who acted as material and media validators. This validation aimed to assess the feasibility of the developed HOTS quiz product, supported by Quizizz, and to obtain feedback and suggestions. The validation results showed an average score of 81% for question validation and 98% for media validation, both of which fall into the "very valid" category. The use of HOTS quizzes demonstrated an improvement in students' problem-solving abilities. Based on the evaluation results, the average pre-test score for students was 34%, which falls into the low category. After the post-test, the average score increased to 61%, falling into the "high" category.
Research Trends in Eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) Breeding: A Bibliometric Study Samsul Ma’arif; Asifa Asifa; Iskandar Iskandar
Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1398

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Eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) is an important horticultural crop with high economic and nutritional value. Climate change, environmental stress, and food security concerns have accelerated research on eggplant breeding worldwide.. However, comprehensive evaluations of research trends in eggplant breeding remain limited. Therefore, this study aimed to perform a bibliometric analysis of global eggplant breeding research published between 2016 and 2026. Data were collected from the Scopus database using the query Title-Abs-Key ((“eggplant” or “aubergine”) and (“plant breeding” or hybridization or cultivar or “hybrid variety”)). The analysis included English-language articles and was conducted using Bibliometrix/Biblioshiny and VOSviewer. A total of 562 documents were analyzed. The results showed that scientific publications increased substantially after 2019, indicating growing global interest in eggplant genetic improvement. China was the most productive country, with 117 publications and 2,124 citations, followed by the United States (35 publications), Spain (35 publications), and India (15 publications). Collaboration analysis demonstrated extensive international partnerships, whereas keyword and thematic analyses revealed dominant topics related to hybridization, disease resistance, stress tolerance, antioxidants, and molecular breeding. Recent studies have increasingly focused on abiotic stress, heterosis, and nutritional quality improvement. This study provides insights into research development and emerging trends in eggplant breeding research.
Tumbuhan dalam Ruang Sakral: Kajian Etnobotani pada Tradisi Siraman Waranggono di Sendang Bektiharjo, Tuban Aqila Zahrotul Firdausiyah; Bilqis Marella Putri Ramadhani; Novalia Ramadhani Setyono; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Susriyati Mahanal
Biocaster : Jurnal Kajian Biologi Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1400

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This study aims to examine and document local knowledge regarding the use of plants in the Siraman Waranggono tradition in Sendang Bektiharjo, Tuban, from an ethnobotanical perspective. The research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive approach through interviews, observations, and documentation, with informants selected through purposive and snowball sampling. The results of the study indicate that the Siraman Waranggono tradition utilizes 17 plant species from 16 families, with a predominance of herbaceous (7.41%) and shrubby (6.35%) growth forms. The plant parts used include flowers, leaves, and fruits, which are utilized as ingredients in kembang telon, as ritual accompaniments, as decorations for the waranggono, and as components of offerings or ubarampe. Each plant species carries philosophical meanings related to purity, self-protection, harmony, hope for life, and community well-being. Most plants are obtained from home gardens, traditional markets, and local cultivation with a relatively secure conservation status, indicating the presence of locally-based conservation practices. Thus, this study demonstrates that the Siraman Waranggono tradition functions not only as a cultural practice but also reflects a biocultural knowledge system that integrates cultural and spiritual values, biodiversity conservation, and the community’s ethnobotanical knowledge.
Kajian Etnobotani Tumbuhan Penghasil Karbohidrat: Pengetahuan Lokal dan Potensi Diversifikasi Pangan di Pandansari Lor, Malang Aliyatul Karimah; Arni Tri Habsari; Arum Maqfiroh; Muhammad Dul Firdaus; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Susriyati Mahanal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1401

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Local carbohydrate-producing food plants play an important role in supporting food security and preserving local knowledge. This study aims to identify the diversity and utilization of carbohydrate-producing plants, and analyze quantitative ethnobotanical indices based on local knowledge in Pandansari Lor Village, Malang Regency. The study used an exploratory sequential mixed methods design. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, documentation, and surveys of 94 respondents. The results showed that there were 17 species of carbohydrate-producing plants utilized, dominated by herbaceous, shrubby, and tree habitus. The ICF value of 0.98 indicated a very high level of agreement among respondents. Species with the highest frequency of mention included Manihot esculenta, Zea mays, Ipomoea batatas, Oryza sativa, Musa paradisiaca, and Solanum tuberosum which also had the highest RFC value of 1. The Euphorbiaceae family had the highest FUV value of 3.85, while the most widely utilized plant part was the tuber (52.75%). The use of carbohydrate-producing plants as staple foods is still focused on a few key species, with a high level of knowledge diversification. Therefore, efforts to diversify and preserve local food plants are needed to support community food security.
Kajian Etnobotani Wedang Tomboan Varian Abang Berbasis Kearifan Lokal di Situs Patirtaan Ngawonggo, Malang Mia Andiarini; Nizar Vidya Arifani; Prima Dwi Purwanto; Rusdin Arifin Mangi Sarkoni; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Susriyati Mahanal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1404

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Wedang tomboan variant abang is a traditional spice-based drink that developed at the Patirtaan Ngawonggo site, Tajinan District, Malang Regency as part of a local ethnomedicinal system that has been passed down from generation to generation. This study aims to identify the plant diversity, processing techniques, and nutritional content of wedang tomboan variant abang based on local knowledge of the local community. A qualitative descriptive approach was applied through field observations, in-depth interviews, documentation, and literature review. A total of 5 informants were selected using purposive sampling expanded with snowball sampling, consisting of 1 caretaker, 2 drink makers, and 2 consumers. The research results show that the red variant of Wedang Tomboan is composed of eight types of medicinal plants: lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), ginger (Zingiber officinale), cardamom (Amomum compactum), cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum), sappanwood (Caesalpinia sappan), black cumin (Nigella sativa), cloves (Syzygium aromaticum), and star anise (Illicium verum), which synergistically contain antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial compounds. The preparation process involves boiling the fresh ingredients and steeping them in hot water, accompanied by a prayer ritual and counterclockwise stirring as a spiritual practice. This study confirms that the red variant of Wedang Tomboan represents an ethnobotanical knowledge system that integrates aspects of biodiversity, health, and the local cultural identity of the Ngawonggo people.
Pekarangan sebagai Lumbung Keanekaragaman Hayati: Studi Etnobotani Tumbuhan Pekarangan di Desa Wajak Kabupaten Malang Adinda Afifatul Husna; Bening Intan Vandiasty; M. Atya Nauqa; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Susriyati Mahanal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1405

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Yards play an important role as biodiversity reservoirs that support the community's food, health, economic, and local knowledge preservation needs. However, information on the types and patterns of yard plant utilization based on local knowledge is still limited, especially in Wajak Village, Malang Regency. This study aims to identify the diversity of yard plants and their utilization, and to analyze the quantitative ethnobotanical index based on the community's local knowledge. The method used is a mixed methods with exploratory sequential design. Qualitative data were obtained through observation and semi-structured interviews with 11 informants, as well as documentation, while quantitative data were obtained from 98 respondents through questionnaires. The results showed that there were 19 species of yard plants used as food, traditional medicine, animal feed, building materials, and economic resources, with herbaceous habitus as the most dominant. The highest ICF value of 0.99 indicates a strong agreement among communities in the utilization of yard plants. The highest RFC value of 1 was possessed by 17 species, including Cucumis sativus, Zea mays, and Zingiber officinale. The highest SUV value was found in Cucumis sativus at 5.09. The Cucurbitaceae family had the highest FUV value at 5.09. The most widely used plant part was the fruit, with a PPUV of 30.09%. A FL value of 100% was found for Brassica oleracea, Brassica juncea, and Vigna sinensis in the processed and cooked categories, indicating strong specificity of use. This study concludes that the use of yard plants in Wajak Village is diverse, multifunctional, and supported by strong local knowledge passed down through generations.
Kajian Etnobotani Pangan Fungsional: Menggali Pengetahuan Lokal Masyarakat Arjowilangun untuk Ketahanan Pangan Berkelanjutan Anis Ferlina Nur Aini; Aulia Triana Devi; Fashya Auliyya Putri Yuswanda; Sururin Masfufah; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Susriyati Mahanal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1406

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This study aims to identify, document, and analyze the quantitative ethnobotanical index of functional food plants in Arjowilangun Village, Malang Regency. The study used a sequential exploratory design method. The qualitative stage was carried out through observation, documentation, and interviews using purposive sampling and snowball sampling techniques, then continued with the quantitative stage using questionnaires to test and strengthen the interview data. Quantitative ethnobotanical analysis was carried out using the Informant Consensus Factor (ICF), Relative Frequency Factor (RFC), Species Use Value (FUV), and Plant Part Use Value (PPUV) indices. The results of the study recorded 21 plant species from 15 families that are used as functional foods with a variety of habitus such as trees, herbs, bushes, and shrubs. The most widely used plant parts are rhizomes, tubers, leaves, fruits, flowers, and stems. Plants are used as food and traditional medicine through various processing techniques, such as boiling, pounding, stir-frying, and making herbal drinks. The ethnobotanical index analysis results showed an ICF of 0.99, indicating a very high level of community agreement regarding the use of functional food plants. Some of the species with the highest utilization rates were turmeric, galangal, ginger, lemongrass, cassava, and bay leaves. The conclusions of this study indicate that the people of Arjowilangun Village possess rich local knowledge regarding the use of functional food plants, with the dominant use of the leaves. There is also a high community consensus regarding the use of certain species that have the potential to support the conservation of biological resources and local food security.
Menggali Jejak Pengetahuan Lokal: Kajian Etnobotani Pemanfaatan Tumbuhan Pangan Liar di Desa Seloliman, Mojokerto Dea Mawar Saharani; Luthfi Salsa Dewi; Nailah Zahroh Qurrotun A’yun; Nisaul Azmi Amalia; Fahrul Ghani Muhaimin; Ayu Chandra Mustikasari; Nafi’ Windy Kharisma; Syifa Nabila Firdausya; Heni Refdiana; Anas Bagaskara Witanto; Susriyati Mahanal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/biocaster.v6i3.1407

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This study aims to identify and document the diversity of wild plants used as food sources and analyze quantitative ethnobotanical indices based on local knowledge of the Seloliman Village community, Trawas District, Mojokerto Regency. This study used mixed methods with a sequential exploratory design approach. Qualitative data were obtained from observation, documentation, and interviews with purposive sampling techniques for key informants and snowball sampling for additional informants. Quantitative data were obtained through questionnaires to 89 respondents determined by the Slovin formula. Quantitative data analysis used ethnobotanical indices ICF, RFC, SUV, FUV, FL, and PPUV. The results showed that there were 48 species of wild food plants from 32 families with a dominant Asteraceae family. The ICF value of 0.85–0.96 indicated a high homogeneity of local knowledge among informants. The Yeng-yeng plant (Crassocephalum crepidioides) had the highest RFC value (0.67) and the highest SUV (0.66), making it the most culturally important species. The Asteraceae family had the highest FUV value of 0.87. The most widely utilized plant part was the leaves, with a PPUV of 75.39%. This research demonstrates that wild food plants have cultural value and strategic potential in supporting local food security and the ethnobotanical knowledge of the Seloliman community.

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