Luminiflorus Aureolus, meaning 'light-bearing golden flower,' is a bioluminescent species in the Helios Petalate cluster. It grows 30-50 cm tall with translucent flowers of 5-7 veined petals speckled with golden-yellow luminescent granules. The compact inflorescence features elongated stamens and pistils, indicating specialized reproduction. Ovate leaves show venation and subtle luminescent dusting on broad, flexible stems. Bioluminescence peaks at 510-570 nm (green-yellow) via luciferase, highlighting floral tissues to attract nocturnal pollinators like moths. Native to tropical rainforest canopies, it thrives epiphytically in 20-30°C, humid, shaded conditions with gentle air flow. Weighing 15-50 g, it belongs to a vulnerable group of ten Helios Petalate species with specialized bioluminescence, playing a vital role in nocturnal pollinator networks.
Name
BIOME LUMINA #830/1000
Owner
0x81974C1a09E53c5129c6e4f74E547fDa0Adf4D2D
ID#830
Rarity
LO:66%
MUSEUM
DATALAND
X-LO:MIN
YEAR
2025
X-LO:MIN
COLLECTION
DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION
X-LO:MIN
SPECIES NAME
LUMINIFLORUS AUREOLUS
EX:MAX
CLUSTER
HELIOS PETALATE