More than a decade ago, a plant ecologist named Ernesto Gianoli discovered a vine called Boquila trifoliolata that has the ability to mimic the leaves of other plants. This unique ability allows the vine to blend in with its surroundings and potentially protect itself from herbivores. Scientists have yet to fully understand how the vine achieves this mimicry, but some theories suggest that it may involve the plant’s microbiome or even a primitive form of vision. While there is controversy and debate surrounding these theories, the discovery of B. trifoliolata’s mimicry pushes the boundaries of our understanding of plant behavior and intelligence. Plants are far more sophisticated and interesting than many people realize, and they have developed clever tactics to survive in their immobile state.
https://www.vox.com/down-to-earth/2022/11/30/23473062/plant-mimicry-boquila-trifoliolata