Red Saint Thomas Mushroom Coral

Red Saint Thomas Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Red Saint Thomas Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral suited to lower-flow reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers the distinct form and texture associated with Saint Thomas mushrooms. Its care needs favor gentler conditions, making it appropriate for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement requirements.

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 a mushroom coral.

Flow

Use low, indirect flow. Strong or direct current can keep the disc from expanding normally, so choose a sheltered area with gentle water movement.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Allow time to settle after introduction, and adjust placement if the disc does not expand normally.

Temperament

Keep it with appropriate space from neighbors. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but they can spread over nearby rockwork and may gradually occupy available room.

Feeding

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

General Care

Maintain stable reef conditions and observe expansion after changes in lighting, flow, or placement. Avoid sudden adjustments, especially stronger light or direct current, and give the coral time to respond before making further changes.

A sheltered placement and gentle flow support normal mushroom coral expansion.