Family Medicinal Planting Activities in Jua-Jua Village as a Traditional Medicine Effort
Abstract
The increasing prevalence of non-communicable diseases and the high cost of healthcare services emphasize the importance of strengthening family-based promotive and preventive health efforts. The utilization of Family Medicinal Plants (TOGA) represents a practical community empowerment strategy to support self-reliant healthcare. This community service activity aimed to provide education and hands-on training on TOGA cultivation to the community in Jua-Jua Village. A participatory and experiential learning approach was applied, involving PKK members and community service students. Activities included land preparation, educational counseling, and practical planting of medicinal plants such as ginger, turmeric, white turmeric, lemongrass, basil, pandan, red betel, and cat’s whiskers. Evaluation was conducted through participatory observation and group discussions. The results indicated active participant involvement and the establishment of a TOGA garden as a medium for health education and community empowerment. The activity increased community awareness of medicinal plant utilization and encouraged the optimization of home yards as sources of natural remedies. Program sustainability depends on the community’s commitment to continuous maintenance of the TOGA garden.
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