Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral

Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral for reef aquarium placement. This mushroom coral suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement needs. Its approved care profile supports beginner to moderate experience levels, including nano reef setups when given suitable space and stable conditions.

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 brighter conditions, since abrupt lighting increases can stress the coral and interfere with normal expansion.

Flow

Use low, indirect water flow. Avoid strong direct flow, which can prevent the mushroom disc from expanding normally and may keep it from settling comfortably.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Allow time to adjust after introduction, and choose a position shielded from direct current.

Temperament

Keep reasonable space around it as it settles and spreads. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but spreading can bring them into contact with neighboring corals over time.

Feeding

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

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and observe disc expansion after placement or changes in lighting and flow. Make adjustments gradually rather than all at once, and relocate the coral if direct current or increasing light prevents normal expansion.

A protected lower placement helps support comfortable, consistent expansion.