Our Team

We Work Together

Our team at the Tropical Orchids and Horticulture Research Group is committed to advancing research in orchid conservation, sustainable horticultural practices, and the preservation of tropical biodiversity. Led by a professor, supported by three supervising lecturers, and a team of five researchers, we collaborate to develop impactful and sustainable solutions for conserving orchid species, enhancing biodiversity, and promoting the ecological and economic benefits of horticulture to local communities and global ecosystems.

MEET OUR TEAM

Leader

Elkawakib Syam'un

Prof. Dr. Ir. Elkwakib Syam’un, M.P

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University

Lecturers

Rinaldi Sjahril

Prof. Ir. Rinaldi Sjahril, M.Agr. Ph.D.

Biotechnology
Hasanuddin University
Katriani Mantja

Dr. Ir. Katriani Mantja, M.P.

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University
Rahmansyah Dermawan

Dr. Rahmansyah Dermawan, S.P., M.P

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University
Fachirah Ulfa

Prof. Dr. Ir. Fachirah Ulfa, M.P

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University
Feranita Haring

Prof. Dr. Ir. Feranita, M.P

In Vitro Propagation
Hasanuddin University
Faried Hatta

Muh. Faried, S.P., M.Si

Olericulture
Hasanuddin University

External Collaborators

dosen (8)

Prof. Dr. Jose Luis Trevizan Chiomento

Horticulture
University of Passo Fundo, Brazil
Amir Yassi (11)

Assoc. Professor Tomonari Hirano

Plant Biotechnology
University of Miyazaki

Researchers

dosen (2)

Dr. Milawati Lalla, S.P., M.P.

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University
dosen (3)

Cennawati, S.P., M.Si

Horticulture Microbes
Muhmmadiyah Enrekang University
dosen (5)

Padil Wijaya, S.Tr.P., M.Si.

Horticulture
Lambung Mangkurat University
dosen (6)

Abdul Jalil, S.P., M.Si.

Horticulture
UPTD BPPSDMP DPTPH Province Kalimantan Timur
dosen (7)

Remi Widana Putri, S.P., M.Si

Horticulture
West Sulawesi University

Students

dosen

Denisya Azyahra S.P

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University
dosen (1)

Cici Nur Maghfirah S.P

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University
dosen (4)

Masrinda Oktavia, S.P

Horticulture
Hasanuddin University

Trophort Team

Trophort for Life

Are you passionate about the beauty and diversity of tropical orchids, sustainable horticulture, and the conservation of our natural heritage? At the Tropical Orchids and Horticulture Research Group (Trophort), we welcome individuals who share our vision of promoting innovative research in tropical orchid cultivation, sustainable gardening practices, and biodiversity preservation. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, join us in addressing critical challenges in plant conservation and horticultural science, while contributing to the beauty and sustainability of our environment. Let’s cultivate a greener, more vibrant future together!