Saint Thomas Mushroom coral

Saint Thomas Mushroom coral - Care Requirements

Saint Thomas Mushroom coral is a mushroom-type soft coral for reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral with beginner-to-moderate care needs. Its care is centered on gentle conditions, protected placement, and allowing the disc to expand naturally.

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 and limit normal disc expansion.

Flow

Use low, indirect flow. Gentle water movement is preferred; avoid strong or direct flow that continually pushes against the disc or prevents it from expanding normally.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and adjust only after observing how well the disc expands under the available light and flow.

Temperament

Allow room for spreading. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but this type can spread over nearby surfaces, so give neighboring corals adequate space and monitor its placement over time.

Feeding

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

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and observe disc expansion regularly. Make changes to lighting, flow, or placement gradually, and avoid directing pumps toward the coral. A consistent, protected position helps you assess its response before making further adjustments.

Gentle flow, measured acclimation, and room to spread support long-term placement.