Ahead of the soon to be released sequel, however, new research suggests that the concept of “talking trees” isn’t just confined to the realms of fantasy and science fiction.

Previous research has suggested that woodland trees may be able communicate and exchange nutrients through underground fungal networks.

But certain rainforest species, scientists revealed this week, have developed a rudimentary “language”, allowing individual plants to exchange detailed information about soil conditions, temperature changes and possible threats.

Unlike Groot, these trees have also mastered more than one “word”.