Floris Luminosus, named for its glowing floral display, is a rare bioluminescent plant of the Nebulorb Gloriosa cluster, standing 15-30 cm tall and weighing 10-25 g. Its translucent, elongated petals undulate gently in rainforest understories, showing vivid blue luminescence (420-490 nm) at the tips merging into a radiant orange core at reproductive structures. Orange speckling indicates bioluminescent protein zones. Thin, flexible stems aid swaying for pollinator attraction. Thriving in cool (15-25°C), stable tropical understories, it belongs to a genus with 10 species adapted for bioluminescence. Its nocturnal glow attracts moths and beetles, enhancing reproduction. Light emission likely involves enzymatic oxidation of luciferin-like compounds, producing heatless light, exemplifying bioluminescence's role in plant-pollinator dynamics in low-light habitats.
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