Neglecta Mushroom

Neglecta Mushroom Coral

The Neglecta Mushroom, also known as the Umbrella Mushroom, is a unique and eye-catching mushroom coral that makes a great addition to a wide range of reef aquariums. These mushrooms are known for their large, fleshy discs and distinctive lobed edges that give them an umbrella-like appearance.

Neglecta Mushrooms can come in a variety of colours and patterns, making each unique. Under blue reef lighting, their colours can really stand out and add plenty of character to the aquarium. They are also a forgiving coral and are well suited to both newer reef keepers and experienced hobbyists. With stable water conditions, appropriate lighting, and gentle to moderate flow.

Neglecta Mushrooms generally prefer low to moderate lighting and should be given time to adjust after being introduced to a new aquarium. Avoid placing them directly under extremely intense lighting.

They do best with low to moderate, indirect flow. Enough movement should be provided to keep debris from settling on the coral, but excessive flow can cause them to remain contracted.

These mushrooms can become quite large when fully expanded, so give them enough room to grow without crowding neighbouring corals.

Suggested Parameters

• Temperature: 74–82°F

• Salinity: –1.025

• pH: 8.1–8.4

• Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH

• Lighting: Low to moderate

• Flow: Low to moderate, indirect

• Nutrients: Stable, detectable nutrients are recommended

Feeding

Neglecta Mushrooms are photosynthetic and receive their energy from their symbiotic algae, but they can also benefit from occasional supplemental feeding. Small foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, marine snow, or appropriately sized coral foods can be offered periodically.

Growth & Reproduction

Under good conditions, Neglecta Mushrooms can grow into large, impressive specimens and may reproduce by splitting. Once established, a single mushroom can eventually develop into a small collection of mushrooms throughout the aquarium.

Reef Safe

Neglecta Mushrooms are considered reef safe, but they should still be given adequate space. As they grow and expand, they can come into contact with neighbouring corals and may irritate or outcompete less aggressive species.

What You Are Exactly Buying

You will receive one Neglecta Mushroom, hand-selected from our assorted collection.

Because these are sold as an assorted selection, the exact colour, pattern, size, shape, and appearance will vary from specimen to specimen. When you place your order, we will choose one healthy Neglecta Mushroom from the available collection for you.

Every mushroom is naturally unique, so the coral you receive may not look exactly like the photos shown. This is part of the fun of our assorted collection, and we will always select a healthy, quality specimen for your order.

Why We Love It

• Unique umbrella-shaped appearance

• Easy to care for and very forgiving

• Great choice for newer reef keepers

• Does well under lower to moderate lighting

• Each mushroom is unique, making every order a little different