Intelligence, Consciousness, and Plants

Plants exhibit behaviors that suggest a form of intelligence, such as roots moving towards water, leaves reaching for sunlight, and the ability to remember and learn. The discussion delves into whether these plant behaviors qualify as consciousness, prompting a reconsideration of human definitions of intelligence and self-awareness. The symposium explores the challenges in understanding and communicating with plants, questioning the anthropomorphic attribution of intelligence to beings with distinct ways of experiencing the world.