The essay examines the dynamics currently at work within Western culture that are en- abling, both at scientific and philosophical levels, a potential end to what might be termed a “plant blindness”, and that could pave the way for a genuine “plant revolution”. After outlining this blindness from multiple perspectives – ontological, epistemological, phenom- enological, historical-cultural, and ethical – the essay shows a careful interpretation of re- cent research findings may foster a more nuanced understanding of the vegetal world. Such an understanding could challenge prevailing anthropocentric, hierarchical, and zoocentric frameworks that persist, often in the form of implicit biases.
From “Plant Blindness” to the “Plant Revolution”
Oreste Tolone
2025-01-01
Abstract
The essay examines the dynamics currently at work within Western culture that are en- abling, both at scientific and philosophical levels, a potential end to what might be termed a “plant blindness”, and that could pave the way for a genuine “plant revolution”. After outlining this blindness from multiple perspectives – ontological, epistemological, phenom- enological, historical-cultural, and ethical – the essay shows a careful interpretation of re- cent research findings may foster a more nuanced understanding of the vegetal world. Such an understanding could challenge prevailing anthropocentric, hierarchical, and zoocentric frameworks that persist, often in the form of implicit biases.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
