Sun Spots Rhodactis

About this coral

Sun Spots Rhodactis is a mushroom coral in the genus Rhodactis, sold as a hardy, beginner-friendly “mushroom” type coral for reef aquariums. It’s typically used to add movement and color to live rock or substrate—especially when the coral is provided with stable water conditions and gentle light. As a Rhodactis mushroom, it generally functions well as a photosynthetic coral while also benefiting from nutrient availability in the water column.

Features:

• Beginner-focused coral: generally considered low-requirement compared with many other reef animals
• Mushroom growth form can add natural, textured coverage on rock or suitable substrate
• Often relies on light for energy, making it easier to integrate into standard reef lighting setups
• Prefers gentle water movement to help it stay in place without being stressed
• Tends to do best in stable systems with consistent water chemistry rather than frequent changes
• Can make a good “starter” coral for aquarists building a mixed soft-coral reef

Specifications:

• Identity: Rhodactis mushroom coral (Sun Spots Rhodactis)
• Care level: Beginner-friendly / low requirements (general guidance)
• Lighting: Moderate light (general guidance for mushroom corals)
• Water flow: Gentle to moderate, avoiding strong direct currents (general guidance)
• Placement: Attach or settle on rock or other suitable reef substrate (general guidance)
• Temperature: Typical reef range: ~72–78°F (general guidance)
• Salinity: Typical reef range: ~1.024–1.026 SG (general guidance)
• pH: Typical reef range: ~8.1–8.4 (general guidance)
• Alkalinity: Typical reef range: ~8–12 dKH (general guidance)
• Calcium / Magnesium: Maintain typical reef levels (general guidance): Ca ~380–450 ppm, Mg ~1200–1350 ppm