How plants respond to positive vibes: 'Talking' mechanism is a mystery
Monday, May 6, 2013 - 21:00
in Biology & Nature
Studies show that basil gives a boost to chili peppers, while fennel is a real bummer. The effect has been seen even when the plants are sealed off from each other with sheets of black plastic. So does that mean that the plants are "talking" to each other through subtle vibrations? That's the kind of claim that sparks a debate — not between the plants, but between humans.The latest study, reported...