Why Does Your Lawn Hate You?

The video explores why humans love the smell of freshly cut grass, revealing that the scent is due to volatile organic compounds released by injured plants. These compounds help plants heal, prevent infections, and signal distress to attract helpful insects. Despite the compounds' defensive roles, humans find the smell appealing, possibly due to stress-reducing effects or associations with fresh food. The video concludes with a humorous note on the moral implications of enjoying this scent.

What role do the compounds released by plants play in attracting parasitoid insects?

Why might humans have a positive association with the smell of freshly cut grass?