Discosomas or "Discos" are the most common variety of mushroom corals in the hobby. Discos are insanely easy to grow in the reef tank; they can easily adapt to most healthy water parameters and can be placed almost anywhere within the aquarium. Discos can tolerate many different levels of flow and lighting, but generally prefer less of both. Many Discos will exhibit more flashy colors under stronger lighting, but it's not necessary for survival. These mushroom corals multiple somewhat rapidly and can sometimes move about the tank by detaching from their foot, so its recommended to keep them in a lower flow area in order to keep them attached to the rockwork. These are some of the easiest corals to grow and would be a fantastic addition for a beginner or really anyone looking for good color with minimal care.

• Care Level

  Beginner

• Tank Requirements

  5 gal minimum

• Reef Safe

  Yes

• Temperament

  Passive/may suffocate slower growing corals

• Diet

  Photosynthetic

• Current Size

  Approximately 1 polyp

• Water Parameters

  NO3 0ppm, 72-78F, pH 8.0-8.3