Ep 8. Plants

In this episode of QI, titled "Plants", host Sandi Toksvig is joined by regular panelists Alan Davies and Holly Walsh as well as guest panelists Greg Davies and Zoe Lyons. The topic of the episode is all about plants - their secrets, abilities, and mysteries.

The panel is first introduced to the idea of how plants use their senses by registering movement, and even communicating, to protect themselves from predators and other threats. From there, the conversation takes many different turns, including exploring how plants can be used for medicinal purposes, what types of plants are the most poisonous, and how plants have influenced human culture and history.

Throughout the episode, the panel is presented with a wide range of topics related to plants. They discuss topics such as the difficulties of growing vegetables in space, the morality of eating plants, and the surprising benefits of having a green thumb. Additionally, the panel discusses the history and symbolism behind different kinds of flowers, such as the rose being associated with love and the poppy being tied to remembrance of war.

Throughout the episode, the panelists offer up their own funny and informative takes on the topic of plants, often leading to surprising discoveries and revelations. For instance, Greg Davies shares the story of how he once ate a poisonous plant, and Alan Davies tries to work out which plant would be the best for him to marry.

As always, the episode is filled with informative and entertaining moments. The panelists bring their unique perspectives to the discussion, making for a lively and engaging debate on the topic of plants. Whether you're an avid gardener or simply interested in all things green, this episode of QI offers up plenty of fascinating insights into the world of plants.