Red St.Thomas Mushroom Coral

Red St.Thomas Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Red St.Thomas Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral suited to lower-flow reef settings. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers a red presentation and bubble texture for reef tanks. Its soft-coral care profile favors protected placement, gentle circulation, and a gradual approach to lighting changes.

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

Use low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually, especially when moving it into brighter areas, and watch for normal disc expansion.

Flow

Provide low, indirect flow. Direct or forceful current can keep the disc from expanding normally, so choose a sheltered area with gentle movement.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Start in a dimmer, calmer position and adjust only gradually as it settles in.

Temperament

It is generally peaceful, but allow room for it to spread. Plan spacing with nearby corals in mind and monitor surrounding rockwork over time.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but stable conditions and appropriate placement remain the priority.

General Care

Maintain stable reef conditions and observe disc expansion after placement or changes in light and flow. Avoid abrupt lighting increases, and reposition if direct current prevents normal expansion. This coral is rated for beginner to moderate care.

A protected, gently moving location helps support consistent day-to-day care.