{"id":11964,"date":"2026-02-17T23:05:07","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:05:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/rock-blue-mushroom-fungiidae-coral-discosoma-sp\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T23:05:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T23:05:08","slug":"rock-blue-mushroom-fungiidae-coral-discosoma-sp","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=rock-blue-mushroom-fungiidae-coral-discosoma-sp","title":{"rendered":"Rock Blue Mushroom Fungiidae Coral Discosoma Sp"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rock Blue Mushroom (Fungiidae Coral) (Discosoma sp.)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

(Also known as Blue Mushroom Coral, Disc Anemone, or Blue Rock Mushroom Coral)<\/em><\/p>\n

Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Rock Blue Mushroom (Discosoma<\/em> sp.) is a hardy and visually stunning soft coral (Corallimorpharian)<\/strong> known for its vivid blue colouration<\/strong> and smooth, disc-shaped appearance. Its fleshy oral disc is slightly textured, with subtle ridges radiating from the central mouth, and expands to form a flat, circular shape that sways gently with the current. Ranging from sky blue to deep metallic cobalt<\/strong>, this coral glows beautifully under actinic or blue-spectrum lighting, adding a striking pop of colour to the reef aquarium. Highly adaptable and easy to maintain, Discosoma<\/em> mushrooms are ideal for beginners and experienced reef keepers alike.<\/p>\n

Origin<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Native to the Indo-Pacific region<\/strong>, including the Great Barrier Reef, Coral Sea, Fiji, Tonga, Indonesia, and the Solomon Islands<\/strong>. Commonly found in lagoonal reefs, shaded slopes, and rocky crevices<\/strong>, where lighting and water flow are moderate to low.<\/p>\n

Feeding<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Rock Blue Mushroom Coral is photosynthetic<\/strong>, relying on zooxanthellae<\/strong> within its tissue for energy. However, occasional supplemental feeding promotes growth and enhances colour vibrancy. Feed 1\u20132 times per week<\/strong> with:<\/p>\n

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    Finely chopped seafood (shrimp, clam, or fish)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Mysis or enriched brine shrimp<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Marine snow or powdered coral foods<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Target feeding is optional but can encourage faster growth and colony expansion.<\/p>\n

    Lighting<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Low to moderate lighting.<\/strong> Discosoma<\/em> prefers gentle, diffused illumination and may fade or retract under intense light.<\/p>\n

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      PAR range: 50\u2013150 \u00b5mol\/m\u00b2\/s<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Ideal for shaded rockwork or lower areas of the aquarium.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Blue-spectrum and actinic lighting enhances its brilliant blue tones.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Water Flow<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Low to moderate, indirect flow.<\/strong> Gentle, variable water movement encourages full expansion while preventing debris buildup. Strong or direct currents may cause the coral to detach or close.<\/p>\n

      Placement<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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        Place on lower rockwork<\/strong> or substrate<\/strong>, in shaded or low-light areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Allow 5\u20138 cm (2\u20133 inches)<\/strong> of space between colonies and other corals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Discosoma<\/em> attaches naturally to rock and spreads through budding or tissue division, gradually forming colourful carpets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Ideal for nano reefs and as a filler coral in mixed reef systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Tank Mates<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Reef safe.<\/strong> Compatible with:<\/p>\n

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          Peaceful reef fish (clownfish, gobies, tangs, wrasses, blennies, etc.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Invertebrates such as snails, shrimp, and small hermit crabs<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Other soft corals and non-aggressive LPS species<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Avoid:<\/p>\n

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            Aggressive corals with long sweeper tentacles (e.g., Euphyllia, Galaxea, Hydnophora)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Butterflyfish or large angelfish that may nip at soft tissue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Mildly aggressive.<\/strong> Discosoma<\/em> mushrooms can release mild toxins and may overgrow slower species if placed too close. Ensure spacing to prevent competition.<\/p>\n

            Experience Level<\/strong><\/h3>\n

            Beginner.<\/strong> The Rock Blue Mushroom Coral is extremely hardy, adaptable, and tolerant of varied conditions, making it ideal for reef keepers of all skill levels.<\/p>\n

            Water Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              Temperature:<\/strong> 24\u201327\u00b0C (75\u201381\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              pH:<\/strong> 8.1\u20138.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Salinity:<\/strong> 1.024\u20131.026 SG<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Alkalinity (dKH):<\/strong> 8\u201312<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Calcium:<\/strong> 380\u2013450 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Magnesium:<\/strong> 1250\u20131350 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Nitrate:<\/strong> <10 ppm (tolerant up to 15 ppm)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Phosphate:<\/strong> <0.05 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Tank Size:<\/strong> Minimum 50 litres (13 gallons)<\/strong>; suitable for nano reefs and larger systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Stable parameters and moderate nutrients help maintain vivid blue coloration and consistent expansion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Rock Blue Mushroom (Fungiidae Coral) (Discosoma sp.) (Also known as Blue Mushroom Coral, Disc Anemone, or Blue Rock Mushroom Coral) Overview The Rock Blue Mushroom (Discosoma sp.) is a hardy and visually stunning soft coral (Corallimorpharian) known for its vivid blue colouration and smooth, disc-shaped appearance. Its fleshy oral disc is slightly textured, with subtle […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":11963,"template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[71],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-11964","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-mushrooms","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"taxable","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"group_of_quantity":0,"min_quantity":0,"max_quantity":"","exclude_order_quantity_value_rules":"no","exclude_category_quantity_rules":"no","combine_variations":"no","exclude_global_add_ons":[],"addons":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/11964","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/11963"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=11964"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=11964"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=11964"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=11964"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}