Luminofungus Chromatica, named for its light emission and vibrant coloration, is a bioluminescent fungal species in the Galactic Mycelium cluster. It features irregular lobed caps with wavy margins, iridescent violet-blue hues grading to warm tones near densely arranged gills radiating from sturdy, flexible stipes up to 15 cm tall. Bioluminescence (450-495 nm) arises from a luciferin-luciferase reaction beneath the caps and gills, concentrated on spore-producing surfaces. Native to tropical forest floors, it thrives in moist, nutrient-rich leaf litter at 15–30°C, acting as an effective saprotroph. Classified in Basidiomycota, order Agaricales, it disperses spores via active gill release aided by fruiting body swaying. Its extensive mycelium supports nutrient recycling and soil health; conservation status is data-deficient among ~50 related species.
Name
BIOME LUMINA #450/1000
Owner
0x05ed3F5195c8A3EEF04d09313E96f8dDD7ac21B8
ID#450
Rarity
HI:25%
MUSEUM
DATALAND
X-LO:MIN
YEAR
2025
X-LO:MIN
COLLECTION
DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION
X-LO:MIN
SPECIES NAME
LUMINOFUNGUS CHROMATICA
EX:MAX
CLUSTER
GALACTIC MYCELIUM