Aussie Ultra Hot Interstellar Mushroom (2-Polyp Frag)
Typical needs for this coral type. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with a Showstopping Piece of Deep-Sea Artistry
Looking for a reef centerpiece that stops scrolling? The Aussie Ultra Hot Interstellar Mushroom is one of the most visually arresting Discosoma variants to come out of Australian waters — a swirling, otherworldly display of electric neons, metallic sheens, and deep-space patterning that photographs like science fiction and looks even better under reef lighting. Sourced from premium Australian aquaculture operations, this 2-polyp frag represents a genuine collector's opportunity in a market where truly standout morphs are increasingly hard to find.
Mushroom corals (Discosoma sp.) are famously forgiving, making this an ideal high-impact addition for reefers of any experience level. Each polyp can reach 3–5 inches at full expansion, filling in naturally over time to create a rich, flowing carpet effect on rockwork or open substrate. Their slow, undulating movement under flow gives a reef tank a sense of life and depth that few other corals can match — and as a low-flow species that does well in low to moderate light, they reward placement creativity without demanding perfection.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Aussie Ultra Hot Interstellar Mushroom (Discosoma sp.)
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Current Size: 2-polyp frag, each polyp approximately 1–2 inches; expands to 3–5 inches
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Care Level: Easy — excellent for beginners and advanced reefers alike
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive — can sting neighboring corals with chemical allelopathy; provide adequate spacing
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Diet: Primarily photosynthetic (zooxanthellae); benefits from occasional target feeding of coral-specific foods or micro-plankton
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution — keep spaced away from stony corals and LPS neighbors
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Water Conditions: Temp 76–80°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | Low flow | Low to moderate lighting (50–150 PAR)
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every specimen leaving The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility until it is eating, expanding, and thriving — so what arrives at your door is a healthy, acclimated coral ready to settle into its new home, not recover from the journey.