Citrus Rhodactis

General information

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.

This is the water parameters for cultivating Citrus Rhodactis Mushroom: 

• 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

In the wild, Citrus Rhodactis Mushroom has developed a symbiotic feeding relationship with marine algae called zooxanthellae that are living within their tissues. But in captivity, you have to feed them with nanoplankton and you may add dissolved organics in the water.

A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Citrus Rhodactis Mushroom. They must be set at the bottom of the tank to simulate their natural wild environment.

The Citrus Rhodactis Mushroom requires moderate lighting and moderate water flow.

The Citrus Rhodactis Mushroom has semi-aggressive behavior. Proper spacing must be observed in relation to other coral species in the tank.

The Citrus Rhodactis Mushroom is a marine species. Therefore, salinity must be maintained thoroughly at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.