- Name:
Orange Rim Rhodactis
- Family: Discosomidae
- Species: Mushroom Rhodactis
- Scientific Name: Rhodactis sp
General info about Orange Rim Rhodactis
In general, mushroom corals coming from the genus Rhodactis are classified as a false coral without a skeleton, although their internal structures are the same with stony corals. Their stalk is very small that is located just above the pedal disc which is the area where they attach themselves to the substrate.
As for the Orange Rim Rhodactis, they are predominantly colored blue with orange margin. This are the water parameters for cultivating Orange Rim Rhodactis:
- Calcium: 400 - 450 ppm
- Alkalinity: 2.86 - 4.29 MEQ/L (8 - 12 dKH)
- Phosphates: 0
- Magnesium: 1200 - 1350
- Strontium: 8 - 10
- Temperature: 72° - 78° F (22° - 26° C)
- Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
- pH: 8.1 - 8.4
Orange Rim Rhodactis Diet & Nutrition
In the wild, Orange Rim Rhodactis has developed a symbiotic feeding relationship with marine algae called zooxanthellae that is living within their tissues. But in captivity, you have to feed them with nanoplankton and you may add dissolved organics in the water.
Fragging / Propagating Orange Rim Rhodactis
A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Orange Rim Rhodactis. They must be set at the botoom of the tank to simulate their natural wild environment.
Flow / Lighting Requirements for Orange Rim Rhodactis
The Orange Rim Rhodactis requires moderate lighting and moderate waterflow.
Orange Rim Rhodactis Origin
The Orange Rim Rhodactis can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean.
Caution Should be Taken with Orange Rim Rhodactis
The Orange Rim Rhodactis has a semi-aggressive behaviour. Proper spacing must be observed in relation to other coral species in the tank.
How to Acclimate Orange Rim Rhodactis
The Orange Rim Rhodactis is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.
Stinging Tentacles on Orange Rim Rhodactis
The Orange Rim Rhodactis has long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.
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| Orange Rim Rhodactis | Mushroom Rhodactis | Discosomidae | Rhodactis sp | In general, mushroom corals coming from the genus Rhodactis are classified as a false coral without a skeleton, although their internal structures are the same with stony corals. Their stalk is very small that is located just above the pedal disc which is the area where they attach themselves to the substrate. As for the Orange Rim Rhodactis, they are predominantly colored blue with orange margin. This are the water parameters for cultivating Orange Rim Rhodactis:
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