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BIOME LUMINA #318/1000

Collection

DATALAND - BIOME LUMINA v2

Creator

REFIK ANADOL

Description

Luminorosa Spectra, from Latin 'lumen' (light) and 'rosa' (rose), is a bioluminescent tropical understory flowering plant with double-layered ruffled petals. Outer petals are broad, softly undulating, translucent blue (420-490nm), while inner petals emit a warm orange glow, creating a striking contrast. Petal surfaces show fine venation and scattered luminescent speckles. The slender, sturdy stem supports flower clusters 30-50 cm tall and leaves adapted for shaded, warm (20-30°C), humid environments. Weighing 50-150 g, the plant’s subtle petal undulations enhance visual signaling. Bioluminescence is via photoproteins emitting nocturnal blue light, attracting moths and beetles for cross-pollination. Taxonomically in family Plantae, genus Luminorosa, Lunar Spectra cluster, it is one of ten species with unique spectral emissions. Endangered status highlights conservation needs.

Traits

MUSEUM

DATALAND

YEAR

2025

COLLECTION

DATALAND FOUNDING COLLECTION

SPECIES NAME