Ricordea florida (Orange-Red) Medium Mushroom Coral is a captivating soft coral prized for its bright orange-red coloration and distinctive bubble-like polyps. This medium-sized specimen adds vibrant colour and interesting texture to reef aquariums, making it a popular choice among marine aquarists.
Lighting: Moderate lighting is recommended to maintain the coral’s vivid colours without causing bleaching. LED or T5 lighting systems with a PAR range of approximately 50-100 are ideal.
Water Flow: Provide low to moderate water flow to gently move water around the coral without causing tissue damage. This helps keep the polyps clean and healthy.
Placement: Position the Ricordea florida on rockwork or substrate where it can receive moderate light and flow. Ensure adequate spacing from neighbouring corals to prevent aggressive interactions, as this species can extend sweeper tentacles.
Care Level: Suitable for beginner to intermediate hobbyists due to its hardy nature and adaptability.
Compatibility: Reef safe with adequate spacing from other corals. Compatible with most peaceful reef inhabitants.
Feeding: While Ricordea florida derives much of its nutrition from photosynthesis via symbiotic zooxanthellae, occasional feeding of small meaty foods such as phytoplankton or coral-specific liquid foods can promote growth and vibrancy.
Origin: Not Provided.
Maximum Size: Typically grows up to 5 cm in diameter per polyp.
Minimum Tank Size: A minimum of 60 litres is recommended to provide stable water parameters.
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