Mushroom Id?

rkplucker

rkplucker

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I was sold this as a Bullseye Mushroom. But after posting on another thread, I was told it is not. Anyone have any ideas what it is? Or where I could research? Thanks!
 
ScottT1980

ScottT1980

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THat is by far, the most bizarre mushroom I have ever seen. Did you buy it locally in Jacksonville? No help on the ID, but a cool mushroom indeed...

Take er easy
Scott T.
 
rkplucker

rkplucker

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I got it from Roes Marine World.
I've had it for about 6 months and always just assumed it was a Bullseye as advertised. It is a very slow grower and has a small baby you can see on the right side.
 
NaH2O

NaH2O

Contributing Member
I looked in Borneman's book "Aquarium Corals" and on page 205, you will see Discosoma sanctithomae. I believe this is what you have, or a variety there of. Eric Borneman refers to it also as bubble or warty mushroom.

Hope that helps!
 
ScottT1980

ScottT1980

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Apparantly also known as Rhodactis sanctithomae (fickle scientists...)

Here are some links:
Advanced Aquarist Sprung Article


Pictures

Although, the picture doesn't look much like yours. In fact, I couldn't find anything on the net that resembles your shroom (And I don't have the Borneman book). Cool stuff, good work Nikki...

Take er easy
Scott T.
 
rkplucker

rkplucker

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Hahahahaha
It really is one of my favorite things. I wish I had bought more when I had the chance!
And here I thought $14 was too much for one mushroom! LOL
 
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