Saint Thomas Mushroom coral

Saint Thomas Mushroom coral - Care Requirements

Saint Thomas Mushroom coral is a mushroom-type soft coral suited to lower-light reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom soft coral is offered as the photographed specimen. Its care profile favors gentle conditions, making it a practical choice for reef keepers seeking a soft coral with simple placement needs.

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. Start in a dimmer area and increase exposure gradually only if needed, avoiding abrupt lighting changes.

Flow

Provide low, indirect flow. Water movement should be gentle enough for the disc to expand normally without constant direct pressure.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Acclimate gradually to its location, particularly when moving it into brighter conditions.

Temperament

Keep space around it as it settles and spreads. It is generally peaceful, but its ability to spread can bring it into contact with nearby corals over time.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and appropriate lighting and flow remain the priority.

General Care

Maintain stable reef conditions and observe disc expansion after placement. Avoid sudden lighting increases and direct flow, which can keep the disc from expanding normally. Adjust placement gradually if it appears consistently unsettled.

Give it gentle flow, measured light, and room to spread.