Distribution of wanga plant (piga fettaelata) in South Sulawesi

Abstract

This study aims to determine the distribution of wanga plants (Piga fettaelata) in South Sulawesi. This data is very important as a baseline for conservation or protection of these species to avoid extinction. The method used is an exploration method by exploring the forest and mountainous areas in South Sulawesi, namely the Latimojong mountain area in Enrekang Regency, in TanaToraja Regency, and in North Toraja Regency. The results showed that the Wanga plants in South Sulawesi were spread in nature in groups with a rather specific habitat that is near water sources, around small rivers, plantations, open fields found on the slopes of hills or former shifting cultivation that get light direct sun, and forest edge. This plant thrives in humid mountainous areas at an altitude of 788 to 1,540 m asl, with an average temperature between 20°C to 25°C.