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planternes

Planternes is a term used in contemporary horticultural design and decorative lighting to describe lanterns that integrate living plants or plant-inspired illumination. The term is informal and lacks a single codified definition, with various designers using it to describe different devices or installations.

In one sense, planternes are living-plant lanterns: sealed or semi-sealed containers that host bioluminescent organisms or

Origins and diffusion: The concept emerged from biophilic design and eco-friendly lighting movements in the early

Care and safety: For living-plant variants, maintenance involves temperature control, moisture management, and containment to prevent

microalgae,
sometimes
combined
with
translucent
supports,
that
emit
light
as
part
of
their
natural
metabolism.
In
another
sense,
they
are
plant-based
lanterns
that
combine
small
potted
plants
with
luminescent
or
LED
lighting,
creating
ambient
illumination
while
showcasing
plant
life.
A
third
usage
includes
lanterns
with
plant
imagery
or
phosphorescent
pigments
attached
to
glass
or
fabric
frames.
21st
century,
and
has
since
appeared
in
product
lines,
art
installations,
and
public
festivals.
Planternes
emphasize
sustainability,
low
energy
consumption,
and
the
aesthetic
appeal
of
living
forms
in
nighttime
environments.
leaks
or
escapes
of
organisms;
many
commercially
available
planternes
use
sealed
modules
to
minimize
upkeep.
Non-living
variants
rely
on
LEDs
or
phosphorescent
materials
and
require
standard
electrical
safety
considerations.
See
also:
bioluminescence,
living
architecture,
eco-design.