Powerball Bounce Mushroom Coral
$399.99
Sale price
$399.99
Regular price
$599.99
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Powerball Bounce Mushroom Coral
$399.99
Sale price
$399.99
Regular price
$599.99
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Grow your corals with:
Care Level
Easy
Lighting
Low–Moderate
Flow
Low–Moderate
Placement
Low–Mid
Temperament
Semi-aggressive (3–6 inches spacing)
Feeding
photosynthetic (primary), mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, copepods, finely chopped seafood, microplankton/zooplankton, reef-specific powdered foods (e.g., Reef-Roids), marine snow
Powerball Bounce Mushroom Coral FAQ's
Why do the “bounce” vesicles on my Powerball Bounce Mushroom Coral deflate or flatten over time?
Vesicle inflation is tied to light, nutrients, and feeding. Too much PAR (often >120–150) or harsh, direct flow can flatten bubbles. Very lean water (near-zero nitrate/phosphate) also reduces inflation. Aim for moderate PAR (~70–120), gentle flow, and stable nutrients (nitrate 5–15 ppm, phosphate 0.03–0.1 ppm). Occasional small meaty feedings can help restore vesicles.
My Rhodactis sp. is “melting” at the margins—how can I save it?
Act quickly. Move to lower light and gentler flow, improve aeration, and perform a diluted iodine dip to reduce bacterial load. Trim away necrotic tissue with a sterile blade. Place the coral on a clean frag plug in a low-flow basket to heal. Maintain stable alk (8–9 dKH) and slightly nutrient-rich water; abrupt swings often trigger tissue loss.
Is the Powerball Bounce safe with small fish and mobile inverts?
Large Rhodactis can trap tiny, slow fish (e.g., neon gobies) and will grab food from passing shrimp. Keep very small or weak swimmers away, especially during night hours when tentacles are stickier. Emerald crabs and hungry hermits may pick at the tissue or steal food; observe closely and remove offenders if you see nipping or persistent harassment.
Why does my Powerball grow so slowly compared to other mushrooms?
Bounce morphs typically prioritize vesicle development over rapid tissue expansion. They favor stability over speed—moderate PAR, gentle flow, and consistent, slightly “dirty” water. Target feed small portions (mysis, pellets) weekly to encourage growth. Crowding or chemical warfare from nearby corals can stall expansion; give several inches of space and use carbon if mixed with aggressive neighbors.
Description
Photo is of mother colony. Frags are typically ¾" – 1" in size.
Photo is of the mother colony. You will receive a single mushroom on a 3/4" frag plug.
Top Shelf Aquatics specializes in providing the highest quality live corals, including a vast selection of soft coral, corals for sale, and premium aquacultured corals. Each piece is carefully cultivated to ensure the health and vibrancy of your marine aquarium.
Top Shelf Aquatics Recommended Feeds
- We feed a mixture of Reef Genetics lab cultured phytoplankton
- Polyp Lab ReefRoids
- Benepets
All corals grown in our aquaculture facility are lit by Ecotech Marine Radion XR30’s and powered by a mix of Ecotech Marine Vortech Pumps and Sicce Wave Makers.
SKU: CTOxPowerball
