Luminocybe Aurelia, named from Latin 'lumen' (light) and 'aurelia' (golden), is a bioluminescent fungal species with a convex to broadly convex, moist cap exhibiting vibrant purple hues and golden yellow spots. Its densely packed, adnate gills emit warm yellow luminescence contrasting with the purple cap. The cylindrical, translucent stem glows golden-yellow, supporting fruiting bodies 10-25 cm tall and up to 15 g. Exhibiting phototropic growth toward ambient light, it enhances spore dispersal. Bioluminescence spans 450-495 nm (blue-green), driven by a luciferin-luciferase reaction in gills and stipe. Endemic to tropical rainforest canopy, it colonizes decaying wood, decomposing lignocellulose, and sustaining forest health. Taxonomically, it belongs to Agaricales, Mycenaceae, genus Luminocybe, linked to the Galactic Mycelium cluster of 10 species. Its airborne spore dispersal and canopy positioning facilitate ecological interactions. Classified as rare protected, L. Aurelia enriches tropical fungal biodiversity.
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