Of the unique life-forms of Aldebaran 2, the lantern-vine is one of the most popular. It is a climbing vine that bears large, bio-luminescent flowers.
In the wild, lantern-vine pollination is dependent on nocturnal insects attracted by the vine's glowing flowers.
The flowers only bloom for a few days during the warmest part of the summer. Aldebaran 2 has a rather long year compared to most inhabited worlds, but the lantern-vine adapted rather easily to worlds with shorter seasons, making it a popular ornamental addition to gardens throughout the galaxy.
In places where lantern-vines grow in abundance, people often have evening festivals and parties to enjoy the illuminated blossoms of the plant. The summer blooming is considered a romantic eventfor couples to go out together.
