Bring the magic of the ocean into your home with GlowTide, a one-liter culture of bioluminescent PyroDinos (Pyrocystis fusiformis), living marine microalgae that glow bright blue when gently swirled or moved in the dark. This natural light is called bioluminescence, and it’s one of nature’s most awe-inspiring phenomena.

Each 1L GlowTide culture contains a minimum of 120 cells/mL and arrives in a clear, breathable bag that doubles as a temporary growth chamber. As long as the PyroDinos receive daily light (like a houseplant), they can thrive in the bag for up to 6 months. After that, transfer them to a clean, clear display container to continue growing and glowing.

Whether you’re a science lover, educator, artist, or just fascinated by glowing things, GlowTide makes a stunning and interactive living display—no batteries or plugs required.

🔹 Key Features:

• 1 Liter (34 oz) live PyroDinos culture
• Species: Pyrocystis fusiformis
• Produces a blue bioluminescent glow at night
• Stores in the shipping bag for up to 6 months with only daily light
• Easy to transfer to jars, orbs, or display vases
• Ideal for science gifts, home decor, or DIY projects
• Larger sizes available: 10L, 100L

For 10-liter quantities of PyroDinos (2.5 gallons) please use this link: 10 LITERS

For bulk orders of PyroDinos (50 liters or more) please inquire directly to contact@pyrofarms.com or call 760-335-0990

Instructions

PyroDinos convert light energy to chemical energy via photosynthesis during the daytime (day cycle).  PyroDinos do not produce bioluminescence during their day cycle.

Consistent daily lighting is best and will yield best results.  Provide PyroDinos with indirect or filtered sunlight supplemented with room lighting.  A location where you would place a houseplant (like an orchid or tropical plant) should be sufficient.

For optimal results use a light timer with an LED light or LED light strips.  A light timer set at 12 hours on (day cycle) and 12 hours off (night cycle) is a good starting point.  Bright white LED lights work best and colored LED ‘grow lights’ can also be used.  Other types of white lighting can be used as well (incandescent and fluorescent) as long as they do not add heat to the PyroDinos.

Moderate temperatures are recommended.  9C to 31C (48F to 88F).  Under these simple conditions, the One Liter PyroDino bag can thrive for several months.  The ideal temperature is 20C (68F).

PyroDinos are non-toxic but live in DinoNutrients (purified ocean saltwater) which should not be consumed.  Drinking PyroDinos is not harmful but drinking saltwater is not recommended in general. 

More detailed instructions can be found here: LINK