Food for thought? French bean plants show signs of intent, say scientists

[lordsummerisle]

theguardian.com

They’ve provided us with companionship and purpose during the darkest days of lockdown, not to mention brightening our Instagram feeds. But the potted cacti, yucca, and swiss cheese plants we’ve welcomed into our homes are entirely passive houseguests. Aren’t they?

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jan/08/food-for-thought-french-bean-plants-show-signs-of-intent-say-scientists

[Progressive dog]

1. The plants are conspiring against us.

I've always known that, especially those damn beans. They've figured out how to give me gas.

[fleur-de-lisa]

2. Sentient plants.

We’re in trouble now.

[abqtommy]

3. Many years ago I read the book The Secret Life Of Plants. That allowed me to advance several

levels of enlightenment and I heartily recommend it.

For bean gas I use a product named Beano that's available at most pharmacies over the counter.