Peatland and Purun for Life

By Virna Puspa Setyorini.

Location: Bararawa Village, South Kalimantan, Indonesia

The mothers of Bararawa Village weave the purun as a mat for sale as an additional family income. Purun is a typical plant that grows in the peat swamp area. Its existence depends on the condition of the peat swamp. Hence maintaining the health of the peat swamp is equivalent to maintaining life.