Identification of spermatophyte plants at Pelang Beach as material for the creation of an ecotourism poster

Abstract

Pelang Beach in Trenggalek Regency is a coastal area with a high level of plant diversity, particularly among the Spermatophyta group. However, information regarding plant species in this area remains limited. This study aims to identify Spermatophyta plant species at Pelang Beach and utilize the area’s potential as material for developing ecotourism posters. The study employed an exploratory approach focused on species identification and description without experimental treatments. The identification results were used as the basis for designing ecotourism posters. Data collection techniques included direct observation through field surveys, interviews with beach managers, and photographic documentation of the plant species found. Data were analyzed by classifying plants into the Gymnospermae and Angiospermae categories, then presented in the form of species tables accompanied by photographic documentation. The results of the study indicate the presence of 23 Spermatophyta plant species at Pelang Beach, comprising 2 Gymnospermae species Pinus merkusii and Cycas rumphii and 21 Angiospermae species. Some of the species found include Cocos nucifera L., Thespesia populnea, Terminalia catappa, Casuarina equisetifolia, Rhizophora mucronata, Pandanus odorifer, Swietenia macrophylla, Tectona grandis, Samanea saman, and Ipomoea pes-caprae. The results of this identification were used to create an ecotourism poster containing general information about Pelang Beach, the area’s attractions, a classification and brief description of the plants, photographic documentation, conclusions, and a bibliography. This medium is considered to have the potential to support learning while raising awareness of coastal ecosystem conservation.