Kutai Timur, June 13 -- Kutai National Park (TNK) Office in East Kalimantan continues to protect six important flora species with significant ecological, health, and cultural value to maintain the sustainability of the tropical rainforest ecosystem.

"Protecting natural habitats, controlling illegal logging, and implementing forest rehabilitation programs are our top priorities to ensure the preservation of these unique plants and their sustainable use," said Syaiful Bahri, Head of the TNK Office, in East Kutai, Saturday.

The six important flora species being preserved in the 193,753.42-hectare area include the pasak bumi ( Eurycoma longifolia ), widely known as a medicinal herb, and the ironwood tree ( Eusideroxylon zwageri ), known for...