How many recognized plant kingdoms exist on Earth, with the Cape

The mountain that wears a tablecloth

Chapter 1

The ancient giant of the Cape

Chapter 2

The backyard plant kingdom

Chapter 3

Where two oceans collide

Chapter 4

Secret residents of the mountain

Ch 2 · The backyard plant kingdom
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Renewal often depends on the very forces that threaten survival.

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Glossary
fynbos (noun)
A distinctive belt of evergreen shrubland or heathland vegetation native to South Africa. This vegetation blankets Table Mountain, which boasts more plant species than the entire United Kingdom.

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Quiz

In which specific mountainous region of the Western Cape does rooibos naturally grow?

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Fun Fact

Orchid fire tricks: The Pride of Table Mountain orchid only blooms in large numbers immediately after a fire has cleared the surrounding fynbos.

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Quiz

From which plant family is the globally popular rooibos herbal tea harvested?

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What does the Dutch-derived word 'fynbos' literally translate to?

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Gossip

Which fynbos product would you most want to try right now?

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What is the scientific name of South Africa's national flower, the King Protea?

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Which bird species has co-evolved to pollinate the King Protea in the fynbos?

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Quiz

Why are regular wildfires essential for the survival of the fynbos ecosystem?

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Quiz

How many recognized plant kingdoms exist on Earth, with the Cape being the smallest?

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Approximately what percentage of the Cape Floristic Region's plants are endemic to the area?

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