8/13/2019 Makahiya Plants Have Memories and Can Learn, Biologists Find

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8/13/2019 Makahiya Plants Have Memories and Can Learn, Biologists Find

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sophisticated calcium-based signally network in their cells similar to animals memory processes.

More respect for plants

However, the biologists also admitted that they have yet to determine the specific biological basis of the plants learning

capabilities. On the bright side, their findings shed new light on the way we understand the similarities and differences

between plants and animals. If anything, this should also serve as an effective reminder to stop disturbing plants, as the

ability to learn appears to be a trait that isn't exclusive to animals alone.

The makahiya plants are perhaps best left to their own devices, lest they stage an uprising (or perhaps an uprooting) and

decide to go for their bullies first. After all, we've already seen what innocent-looking plants can do to a horde of zombies.

TJD, GMA News