Margarita Rhodactus Mushroom – Zesty Color, Zero Fuss
The Margarita Rhodactus is a bold soft coral with a juicy combo of lime green base, orange tentacles, and a smooth to lightly textured surface. This mushroom thrives in low-maintenance systems and adds tropical pop to any reef.
Care Highlights:
💡 Lighting: Low to moderate PAR (50–120) – prefers indirect or shaded zones
🌊 Flow: Low to moderate – gentle current keeps it clean and helps open fully
📍 Placement: Rock ledges, lower tank zones, or sandbed; avoid direct high flow
🍽️ Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; can accept occasional broadcast feedings (e.g. reef roids, aminos) for faster growth
🧪 Parameters:
Temp: 75–78°F
Salinity: 1.025
dKH: 8–11
Calcium: 400–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm
Pro Tips:
Will expand and multiply over time in stable conditions
Great for nano reefs, soft coral gardens, or mixed setups
Avoid placing near aggressive corals or stinging LPS
Care Level: Very Easy – Perfect for beginners or low-maintenance tanks
📦 Note: Color may shift slightly under different lighting—some Margarita shrooms lean more neon or orange depending on spectrum.
