Trees possess intelligence and sensitivity from "summary" of The Overstory by Richard Powers
The trees were not subjects of observation but agents in their own dramas. They were alive and sentient beings, capable of communication and cooperation. They possessed a deep intelligence that allowed them to respond to their environment in intricate and complex ways. They could sense changes in weather, detect the presence of other organisms, and even communicate with one another through underground networks of fungi. The trees were not passive entities but dynamic participants in the web of life. They could release chemicals into the air to signal distress or warn of impending danger. They could adjust their growth patterns to maximize their chances of survival. They could even recognize their own kin and act altruistically towards them, sharing resources and providing support in times of need. The trees were sensitive beings, capable of feeling pain...
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