Nuclear Pinstripe Discosoma

About this coral

Nuclear Pinstripe Discosoma is a mushroom coral in the genus Discosoma, commonly sold as a hardy, low-demand coral for reef aquariums. In practical terms, it’s valued for its fleshy, polyp-like appearance and for being an approachable option when you want a live coral that generally handles typical reef-keeping conditions well.

Features:

• Beginner-friendly coral: generally described as having low requirements compared with many other reef corals
• Mushroom growth forms a soft, fleshy presence that can help fill space on the aquarium rockwork
• Uses photosynthesis from symbiotic algae, so stable reef lighting is typically the most important factor
• Prefers gentle, indirect water movement rather than strong blasting flow
• Best placed where it can stabilize on live rock or an established base, giving it room to open and spread
• Accepts fine foods as well as benefiting from dissolved/particulate organics in the aquarium
• Helps create a dynamic display as the polyps extend and retract with lighting and flow conditions

Specifications:

• Scientific name: Discosoma sp. (mushroom coral)
• Care level: Easy / beginner
• Lighting: Moderate to bright (generally, adjust gradually to avoid stress)
• Water flow: Low to moderate; indirect/gentle
• Placement: Attach to live rock; provide stable footing and avoid direct high-flow zones
• Feeding: Primarily photosynthesis; can benefit from fine particulate/dissolved foods
• Typical marine aquarium temperature: 22–26°C (72–79°F)
• Typical salinity: ~1.023–1.026 specific gravity
• Typical pH: ~8.1–8.4
• Typical alkalinity: ~7–11 dKH
• Typical calcium: ~380–450 ppm
• Typical magnesium: ~1250–1350 ppm