Phosphoros Florealis, named from Greek 'phosphoros' (light-bringer) and Latin 'florealis' (flowering), is a rare bioluminescent species in the Helios Petalate cluster. It has a robust 20-40 cm upright stem with fine luminescent particles. Broad, ovate, deep purple leaves contrast with bright golden-yellow bioluminescent flower clusters arranged in whorled tiers along the stem, fluorescing at 470-530 nm. Luminescence arises from luciferin-like compounds in epidermal cells, aiding photoprotection and attracting nocturnal pollinators. Thriving in tropical rainforest canopy microclimates (0–15°C) with gentle airflow, it plays an essential ecological role by drawing specialized night-active pollinators. Taxonomically, it belongs to a stable genus of ~20 bioluminescent species, using floral scent and luminescence to enhance nocturnal insect pollination and gene flow.
Name
BIOME LUMINA #63/1000
Owner
0x533b9CDce87facf35C4066f48537660bf2bf16AD
ID#63
Rarity
MID:36%
MUSEUM
DATALAND
X-LO:MIN
YEAR
2025
X-LO:MIN
COLLECTION
DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION
X-LO:MIN
SPECIES NAME
PHOSPHOROS FLOREALIS
EX:MAX
CLUSTER
HELIOS PETALATE