Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral

Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral suited to beginner-to-moderate reef care. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral fits naturally into reefs where lower-light placement and gentle water movement are available. Its care approach centers on giving the disc room to expand and avoiding abrupt 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

Provide low to moderate lighting. Start with subdued exposure and avoid abrupt lighting increases, which can keep the disc from expanding normally.

Flow

Use low, indirect flow. Position it away from direct current so the disc can remain open without being continually pushed or folded.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Acclimate gradually to its chosen location and observe disc expansion before making placement changes.

Temperament

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

Feeding

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

General Care

Maintain stable reef conditions and watch for normal disc expansion. Adjust lighting or flow gradually if it stays contracted, and avoid direct current or sudden increases in light exposure.

A protected, low-flow position supports straightforward long-term care.