Luminomycetes Auroralis, named for its dawn-like bioluminescence, is a fungal species with a broadly convex, iridescent purple-blue cap featuring undulating margins with warty granulations and vibrant orange luminescent highlights. Its closely spaced lamellae fluoresce bright amber, while the robust, semi-translucent, cylindrical stipe shows warm bioluminescence. Fruit bodies reach 10–25 cm and 5–50 g. Light emission (470–530 nm) localizes on cap edges and gills via luciferin-luciferase activity, attracting nocturnal insects to aid spore dispersal. Found in temperate forests (10–25°C), it saprotrophically decomposes hardwood, enhancing nutrient cycling. Taxonomically in Mycenaceae, genus Luminomycetes, order Agaricales, it relies on wind and insects for spore spread, supported by extensive mycelium. Its rarity reflects habitat sensitivity and ecological importance.
Name
BIOME LUMINA #121/1000
Owner
0xF3dF7D0E26612B06606320a4eBe43DF57D6B76EB
ID#121
Rarity
EX:3%
MUSEUM
DATALAND
X-LO:MIN
YEAR
2025
X-LO:MIN
COLLECTION
DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION
X-LO:MIN
SPECIES NAME
LUMINOMYCETES AURORALIS
EX:MAX
CLUSTER
PYROGLOW IGNIS