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Eye Catching Coral

ECC Blown Glass Rhodactis Mushroom

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Quick Stats

  • Care Level: Easy
  • Coral Type: Soft Coral
  • Lighting Requirement: Low to Medium (75-250 PAR)
  • Flow: Moderate
  • Temperament: Peaceful
  • Placement: Rockwork
  • Approximate Purchase Size: 3/4"

 

Overview

The ECC Blown Glass Rhodactis Mushroom is a colorful and easy-to-care-for soft coral that works well in a wide range of reef tanks. Its textured surface and coloration make it a great choice for adding interest to lower-light areas of your aquascape. Rhodactis mushrooms are known for being hardy and adaptable, making them a solid option for new hobbyists or experienced reef keepers looking for something low-maintenance.

Note: This is not a WYSIWYG listing. Photo is a representation of the shape, size, and color of the coral you will receive.

 

Water Parameters

Corals thrive in stable water conditions with regular water changes. Routine water testing helps ensure these needs are consistently met.

  • Specific Gravity (Salinity): 1.025-1.026
  • Temperature: 75-78 Degrees F
  • pH: 8.1-8.4
  • Alkalinity: 8-9.5 dKH
  • Calcium: 400-450ppm
  • Magnesium: 1300-1450ppm
  • Nitrate (NO3): 10-25ppm
  • Phosphate: 0.01-0.1ppm
  • Nitrite (NO2): Undetectable
  • Ammonia (NH3): Undetectable

 

Lighting Requirements

Rhodactis mushrooms usually do best in low to moderate lighting, around 150-250 PAR, however they can adapt to various light intensities.

For those with mixed reef tanks, a PAR meter is invaluable for fine-tuning light levels across different corals, helping ensure each coral gets the right intensity for its needs. This careful setup supports the coral’s vibrant color and long-term health.

Ideal Tank Placement

Place Rhodactis mushrooms in mid-to-lower regions of the aquarium. Put them in an area with a bit of extra room as they tend to multiply rather quickly.

Water Flow Requirements

Rhodactis mushrooms prefer a moderate, steady flow to keep detritus from accumulating on them. Too much flow may cause them to retract and become unhappy.

Aggressiveness and Compatibility

Give mushroom corals room to grow. While they aren't considered to be aggressive, they can quickly start encroaching on surrounding corals and smother them over time.

Feeding and Nutrition

Rhodactis mushrooms are photosynthetic and won't display much of a feeding response when spot feeding.

Growth Rate and Pattern

Rhodactis mushrooms grow relatively quickly. If you don't want it taking over your rockwork, try placing it on its own rock island to contain its growth.

Acclimation Process

Acclimation is essential for corals to adjust to their new environment. For a full step-by-step process, refer to our Coral Acclimation Guide.

Eye Catching coral Shipping

We use high quality, special packaging to send your animals to you to ensure they are as comfortable as possible. Shipping is FREE when you spend $179 or more on animals from ORA, World Wide Corals, and/or Eye Catching Coral (other items do not count towards the $179 total). ORA/World Wide Corals/Eye Catching Coral orders totaling less than $179 will incur a special handling fee of $39.99 to cover the cost of overnight shipping and the packaging materials.

Corals are shipped Monday-Thursday

Orders placed before 1:00pm EST will ship the same day.

Orders placed after 1:00pm EST on Thursday will ship the following Monday.

Corals are shipped via UPS Next Day Air.

Note: We currently ship live animals within the contiguous United States. These orders are processed as soon as they are ready and cannot be scheduled for a specific delivery date or held for shipping at a later date.

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More Information
SKU 256332
Aquarium Type Saltwater
Coral Type Soft Corals, Mushrooms
Species Rhodactis
Care Level Easy
Lighting Requirements Low (75-150 PAR), Medium (150-250 PAR)
Flow Requirements Medium
Temperature Tropical (77–82°F)
Growth Rate Fast
Growth Pattern Solitary
Beginner Friendly Yes
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