Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies
Vol. 1 No. 10 (2021): Journal Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies

Zingiber Macradenium K. Schum, an Endemic Ginger From Sumatera: Traditional use and Antimicrobe Potential

Linda Agustin (a:1:{s:5:"en_US"
s:18:"Andalas University"
})
Nurainas Nurainas (Andalas University)
Syamsuardi Syamsuardi (Andalas University)
Chairul Chairul (Andalas University)

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Publish Date
20 Oct 2021

Abstract

The Zingiber genus has 84 species and varieties in the Malesia region, one of which is Zingiber macradenium K. Schum. This species is endemic to Sumatra. Zingiber macradenium K. Schum  with the local name Lampuriang has been used as a toothache medicine by local people in several locations in West Sumatra. This study conducted in-depth interviews with 8 (eight) key informants who were guided by a questionnaire and the data were analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively using the ICS (Index of Cultural Significance) and UV (Use Value) formulas, antibacterial test using the paper disc diffusion method. The results of the study show that the rhizome of Z. macradenium is used in addition to treating itching, lumbago and other uses by means of research. Antibacterial test showed potential as an antibacterial with a strong inhibitory diameter.

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Green Publisher Indonesia

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Aerospace Engineering Computer Science & IT Health Professions Neuroscience Social Sciences

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Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies is a double blind peer-reviewed academic journal and open access to multidiciplinary fields. The journal is published monthly by Green Publisher Indonesia. Eduvest - Journal of Universal Studies provides a means for sustained discussion of relevant issues that ...