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21. The Science of Plant Intelligence & Neurobiology - with Paco Calvo

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The Intelligence of Plants: Beyond Instinct

This chapter investigates the intriguing notion of plant intelligence, including the root-brain hypothesis and various abilities plants possess, such as memory and sound detection. It emphasizes the complex behaviors of plants, including decision-making and resource communication, which challenge conventional understandings of consciousness. The discussion prompts a reevaluation of the relationship between humans and the plant kingdom, urging a deeper recognition of plants as sentient beings contributing to the web of life.

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