Exploring unconventional food plants used by local communities in a rural area of West Java, Indonesia: ethnobotanical assessment, use trends, and potential for improved nutrition

• Main Authors: Yen Yen Sally Rahayu (Author), Wawan Sujarwo (Author), Arifin Surya Dwipa Irsyam (Author), Angga Dwiartama (Author), Dian Rosleine (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background As one of the world's biodiversity hotspots, Indonesia contains over 25,000 plant species, including unconventional food plants (UFPs). These plants are integral to the dietary practices of rural communities, providing essential nutrients often overlooked in modern diets. Ho...