Protoplasma

Awareness and integrated information theory identify plant meristems as sites of conscious activity.

Protoplasma May 1, 2021 Anthony Trewavas

Lacking an anatomical brain/nervous system, it is assumed plants are not conscious. The biological function of consciousness is an input to behaviour; it is adaptive (subject to selection) and based on information. Complex language makes human consciousness unique. Consciousness is equated to awareness. All organisms are aware of their surroundings, modifying their behaviour to improve...