What is another word for fungia?
Pronunciation: [fˈʌŋɡiə] (IPA) 
Fungia is a type of coral that belongs to the family Fungiidae. Synonyms for the word fungia include mushroom coral, disc coral, plate coral, and solitary coral. The name "mushroom coral" comes from the shape of the fungia coral, which is reminiscent of a mushroom cap. On the other hand, "disc coral" refers to the flat disc shape of the coral. "Plate coral" is named after the plate-like appearance of the fungia coral, while "solitary coral" describes its tendency to live alone rather than in a colony like other corals. These synonyms are often used interchangeably to describe this fascinating and unique marine creature.
