Luminosae Chromatica is a bioluminescent fungal species named for its luminous, colorful traits. It forms dense clusters of funnel-shaped caps with violet to magenta hues, cyan margins, and orange spots near thick, decurrent gills. Caps are undulated and wrinkled; stipes are robust, pigmented, and up to 15 cm tall. Bioluminescence occurs along cap edges and gills within 420-490 nm, likely via luciferin-luciferase enzymes in hyphal tissues producing blue-green light. This saprophyte thrives on moist tropical forest floors at 0-20°C, decomposing leaf litter and woody detritus. Taxonomically, it belongs to family Mycenaceae, genus Mycena, order Agaricales. Immobile, it relies on wind and bioluminescence-attracted insects for spore dispersal. Its mycelium aids nutrient cycling, making it an uncommon but vital component of tropical biodiversity and bioluminescent fungi.
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