Ricordea Mushroom Coral
Ricordea Mushroom Color
Ricordea Mushroom Coral, also called Flower Mushroom, has an obvious flower shape and is a good addition to the mid-level zone of the aquarium. It requires a medium to high light level, but metal halide lighting may be too bright. Ricordea prefers a low water movement within the tank aquarium, it is considered semi-aggressive and requires adequate space between itself and other corals it reproduces by longitudinal fission. Normally it is shipped as several individual mushrooms attached to a rock or with full mushrooms.
- Scientific Name: Ricordea yuma
- Family: Ricordeidae
- Food: plankton and smaller invertebrates such as crustaceans
- Care: Requires medium to high light, low water flow, and adequate space from other corals
| Light Level | Water Movement | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Medium to high | Low | Semi-aggressive; needs space from other corals |
FAQ
What is the ideal lighting for Ricordea Mushroom Coral?
Ricordea Mushroom Coral requires medium to high light levels, but metal halide lighting may be too bright and should be avoided.
How should I position Ricordea Mushroom Coral in the tank?
Place it in the mid-level zone with low water movement and ensure adequate space between it and other corals to prevent aggression.
What does Ricordea Mushroom Coral eat?
It feeds on plankton and smaller invertebrates such as crustaceans.
Gabrielle Paterson –
The Ricordea Mushroom Coral arrived healthy and looks beautiful in my tank. It has a nice flower-like shape and stays calm even with moderate lighting. I gave it plenty of space from other corals and it’s thriving.
Theresa Pullman –
It’s a striking addition to my aquarium. The color is vibrant and it grows slowly but steadily. I keep the lighting medium and water flow low, which works well.
Nathan Dyer –
I was worried about compatibility, but it’s semi-aggressive and only needs space. After a few weeks, it’s blooming nicely and looks more natural in the mid-level zone.