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The plants of 'Avatar' in the real world: this is the light that they give off ... Yorokobu

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The pitcher (Na'vi name: 'ä'o) is a parasitic plant, drawing water, nutrients and carbohydrates from the roots of surrounding plants. This plant is unique on Pandora, in that almost all of it grows underground. Above ground, it is composed of a single large purple leaf. However, it is still a flowering plant and needs a means of pollinating the flowers in order to produce seeds and insure its own survival. The large mitt-shaped purple leaf emerges from the soil once the hidden plant is…

The helicoradian (Na'vi name: loreyu meaning "beautiful spiral") is a zooplantae (part animal, part plant) possessing a single leaf that responds to touch by coiling up and retracting to the ground. Its neuromuscular system makes it difficult for xenobiologists to classify. Helicoradia can grow to 6-8 meters (20-26 feet) in height and 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) across. The Na'vi use leaves of the helicoradian for ornate ceremonial robes as well as other garments, tents, and sacks. Orange pigments…

The dandetiger (Na'vi name: lanutral meaning "resin tree") is a large stately tree that resembles a sparkler. It produces no branches, and leaves are clustered at the crown of the tree. The leaves are long, slender, tubular, and their flexible structure allows them to sway in even a light breeze. The bark of the dandetiger is elaborate and armored to prevent insects and animals from penetrating it. The dandetiger accumulates atmospheric gases and combines them with essential oils to produce…