Green Ricordea Mushroom Coral

Green Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Green Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral suited to low- to moderate-light reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral fits naturally into protected lower areas of a reef aquarium. Its care profile favors gentle conditions, making it a practical choice for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement needs.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Low to moderate lighting
• Flow: Low, indirect flow
• Placement: Lower reef areas or protected rockwork
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can spread
• Care Level: Beginner to Moderate

Lighting

Provide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, as abrupt lighting changes can stress the coral and affect normal disc expansion.

Flow

Use low, indirect water flow. Avoid strong direct current, which can keep the disc from expanding normally and make it difficult to settle comfortably.

Placement

Place it on lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and adjust only after observing normal expansion under the aquarium's lighting and flow.

Temperament

Allow room for spread as it settles. It is generally peaceful, but nearby corals should not be placed so closely that future expansion creates contact.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and suitable lighting and flow remain the primary care focus.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and watch for normal disc expansion after introduction. Make changes gradually, especially when adjusting lighting or placement, and redirect flow if the coral remains tightly contracted under direct current.

Give it gentle flow, gradual acclimation, and room to settle.