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May 22, 2021
"Trees do not preach learning and precepts. They preach, undeterred by particulars, the ancient law of life" --Hermann Hesse
How Trees Secretly Talk To Each Other
Yes, scientists have discovered that plants can actually talk to each other. This short animated film, commissioned by BBC World Service, explores what has been nicknamed "The Wood Wide Web" -- the intricate fungal network connecting plants across entire forests. Says ecologist Suzanne Simard."Trees are "social creatures" that communicate with each other in cooperative ways that hold lessons for humans, too."