Description
The Forest Fire Rhodactis mushroom is a soft coral known for its vibrant, fiery colors, typically a red or orange base with neon green, blue, or purple streaks and speckles that glow under aquarium lighting. It has a fleshy, textured appearance with wavy edges and is relatively easy to care for, thriving in low to moderate lighting and low water flow, making it a popular choice for beginner to experienced aquarists.
Appearance
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Color: A bright base of red or orange with contrasting neon green, blue, or purple patterns that appear to glow.
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Shape: Fleshy, with a bubble-like or wavy surface and textured edges.
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Growth: Fast-growing and can spread to form a colorful carpet, filling negative space in an aquarium.
Care and maintenance
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Lighting: Low to moderate lighting is ideal, around 30-50 PAR.
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Water Flow: Low to moderate flow is preferred. Too much flow can stress the coral and cause it to detach from its rock.
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Tank Placement: Can be placed in low to mid-level areas of the tank.
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Care Level: Generally considered easy to care for.
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Re-attachment: If the coral detaches, place it in a small cup with rubble to re-attach, or it may float around the tank.
