Plants can hear (sound perception). They respond to vibrations caused by sound, such as the buzzing of pollinators or water moving through soil.
Studies suggest plants can sense specific sound frequencies to enhance growth or defense responses.
Experiment: Monica Gagliano demonstrated that pea plants (Pisum sativum) could detect the sound of running water through vibrations in the soil, directing their roots toward the source. (Gagliano, M., et al., “Towards Understanding Plant Bioacoustics,” Trends in Plant Science, 2012).
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Plant Fact: Plants Can Hear
