$95.99
Green Ricordea Mushroom
Ricordea florida are one of the most recognizable species to come out of the Caribbean. These Ricordea are mostly solid blue/teal in color however they can develop multi-color tentacles across their face. Each polyp is roughly 1″ in diameter. They live up to their namesake, resembling terrestrial mushrooms in shape, and come in a stunning array of colors and patterns. Interestingly enough, they are close cousins of both corals and anemones. Most have symbiotic relationships with zooxanthellae, although these animals don’t require as much light as many corals or anemones. Some are equipped to absorb nutrients directly from the water column, and still others are actually able to take larger prey items.
- Scientific Name: Ricordea yuma
- Family: Ricordeidae
- Food: plankton and smaller invertebrates such as crustaceans.
- Care: Water flow low and moderate to high lighting.
- Shipping Size: 1 to 2 inches
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About Green Ricordea Mushroom
Ricordea are the most prized mushroom corals, with a disc covered in rounded, bubble-like tentacles. The green variety fluoresces strongly under actinic light. They grow more slowly than ordinary mushrooms and prefer a little more light, but they stay compact and will not take over the rock.
Green Ricordea Mushroom care at a glance
- Lighting: Low to moderate – 50 to 120 PAR; too much light makes it shrink
- Water flow: Low flow
- Placement: Lower rockwork or shaded ledges
- Feeding: Photosynthetic; absorbs nutrients from the water and takes fine foods
- Care level: Easy – ideal for beginners
Soft corals are forgiving, but stability still matters: aim for 24 to 26°C, salinity 1.025 and nitrate that is low but not zero. Start new arrivals in a lower-light spot and let them adjust for a week or two.
Shipping and live arrival guarantee
Live Fish Store Australia ships live aquatic life overnight via overnight express courier so your Green Ricordea Mushroom arrives healthy and ready for your tank. Every live fish, coral and invertebrate is covered by our live arrival guarantee, and we offer discounts and free shipping depending on the quantity ordered.
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Browse the full Corals & Anemones collection at Live Fish Store Australia, or take a look at these related picks: Green Pavona, Green Mushroom Coral, Green Metallic Torch Coral, Green Hydnophora Coral, Green Hammer Coral.
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