Psychoactive

Forests are rich but dark down
At the floor, among their roots,
Since trees live to eat the light.

We’re glad you’ve discovered trees,
In brain-free ways, are clever,
And forests terribly smart.

It’s thrilling that they signal
And fascinating how well
They coordinate defense.

But we’re a little troubled
By your recent trumpeting
Of trees cooperating

As evidence for wisdom,
Community, even love
Among their roots and fungi.

Forests are smart but quite dark
Down near the floor where life’s hard,
Since trees need to eat the light.