A species of fynbos (Erica cunoniensis), feared extinct for almost 40 years, has been found again. The discovery reminds us that even in the face of invasive species, development pressure, and climate change, nature is remarkably resilient. The Kogelberg Biosphere, the “heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom,” truly is a place of secrets.
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