Abstract
This study aims to identify indigenous malay’s knowledge about a holistic understanding of forest management in Rumbio Kampar, Riau Province. Data was obtained from observation and interview methods. key informant interviews with the tribal chief or niniak mamak, village head, and indigenous farmer. We carried out a direct observation to measure plant diversity. The data were analyzed using the Milles and Huberman qualitative analysis design and the diversity index. The study found that the key traditional ecological knowledge used to conserve sacred forest in the study area includes customs for forest protection. The biodiversity index of the sacred forest shows a moderate category. The traditional practices impact the surrounding natural areas and rural communities. These finding confirmed that malay customary regarding rumbio forest have conservation values.
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