Vegetation (noun)

1. Plants collectively, especially those growing in a particular area or habitat.
2. The state or condition of being covered with growing plants.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin vegetatio(n-), from vegetare "enliven, revive", from vegetus "lively, vigorous".

Examples:

1. The region was known for its lush vegetation and abundant wildlife.
2. The new development was built in an area with sparse vegetation.
3. The deforestation was causing a decline in the local vegetation.
4. The vegetation in the Amazon rainforest is incredibly diverse.
5. The vegetation was used to study the impacts of climate change on ecosystems.