1. a type of vegetation found in southwestern South Africa, characterized by shrubland with small, hard-leaved plants adapted to fire and drought
Usage: often capitalized when referring to the specific biome; from Afrikaans, literally 'fine bush'

Examples

• The fynbos ecosystem is home to thousands of plant species found nowhere else on Earth.
• Fires are essential to the health and regeneration of fynbos vegetation.
• Hikers exploring the Cape Peninsula encounter diverse fynbos landscapes.
• The fynbos region is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Many flowering plants in the fynbos have adapted to survive periodic wildfires.