Pinky Ricordea Mushroom Coral

Pinky Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Pinky Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral with a pink Ricordea morph. This WYSIWYG Ricordea mushroom coral is suited to reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement and adaptable care. Its mushroom form makes it a practical choice for lower, more protected areas of the reef.

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 flow. Avoid strong or direct currents that keep the disc from expanding normally or repeatedly push the coral’s tissue.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and adjust only after observing consistent expansion under its new lighting and flow.

Temperament

Allow room for this generally peaceful coral to spread. Monitor nearby corals over time and avoid crowding its placement area as it establishes.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but stable conditions and appropriate lighting and flow remain the main priorities.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and observe disc expansion regularly. Make changes gradually, particularly when adjusting light, flow, or placement. If the disc stays contracted, reassess whether it is receiving too much direct current or a sudden increase in light.

Give it a protected spot and make adjustments slowly.