Wild Edible Plants Diversity and Its Potential for Supporting Food Security in Lombok Island, Indonesia

The increase in human population causes an increase in food needs, but this is not always balanced by sufficient food availability, thus creating a crucial problem in the form of food security. This study aims to determine the diversity of wild edible plants and their potential to support food security in Lombok Island. This research was conducted in rural areas of Central Lombok Regency, using exploratory methods and interviews were conducted with local people who are of the Sasak tribe. Based on the research, there are 16 families, 26 genera, and 35 wild edible plant species. These plants are a source of macronutrients, so they play an important role in supporting food security. Based on the analysis, it is known that wild edible plants at the research location have high diversity (H' = 3.37).