Luminocybe Spectralius, named for its spectral light-emitting head, is a rare bioluminescent fungus in tropical rainforest canopies. Fruiting bodies measure 5-25 cm tall with convex to broadly funnel-shaped, translucent caps showing radial striations refracting bluish light (420-490 nm). Underneath, dense gills emit a warm yellow-orange glow from active luciferin-luciferase reactions near spore tissues. Its smooth, semi-translucent stipe with fibrous patterns supports caps on decomposing wood. Belonging to Omphalotaceae, genus Luminocybe, order Agaricales, it grows in cool (10-20°C) canopy microhabitats, decomposing lignin and cellulose to aid nutrient cycling. Bioluminescence likely aids spore dispersal by attracting insects or deterring predators, linking it to rainforest biodiversity.
Name
BIOME LUMINA #559/1000
Owner
0x41069a8aF7BF3369A48E4Eb9F8A34c7633b265cD
ID#559
Rarity
X-LO:80%
MUSEUM
DATALAND
X-LO:MIN
YEAR
2025
X-LO:MIN
COLLECTION
DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION
X-LO:MIN
SPECIES NAME
LUMINOCYBE SPECTRALIUS
EX:MAX
CLUSTER
LUMINOUS TERRA