{"product_id":"weeping-willow-toadstool","title":"Weeping Willow Toadstool","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eWeeping Willow Toadstool Frag WYSIWYG — \u003cem\u003eSarcophyton\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWeeping Willow Toadstool\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly sought-after leather coral known for its long, flowing polyps and graceful movement in the reef aquarium. Once fully extended, its delicate tentacles sway naturally with the current, creating a soft, flowing appearance that contrasts beautifully with more rigid SPS and LPS corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eWYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get)\u003c\/strong\u003e frag is the exact specimen pictured, making it an excellent option for reef keepers looking to add this distinctive leather coral to their collection. With appropriate conditions, Weeping Willow Toadstools can develop into impressive colonies while maintaining their characteristic flowing polyp extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSarcophyton\u003c\/em\u003e sp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weeping Willow Toadstool Leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75–150 PAR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High — strong, indirect, variable flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to Middle aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, fleshy leather with a broadening cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic; supplemental feeding optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Flow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the Weeping Willow Toadstool on a stable area of rock with enough room for the cap and polyps to expand. \u003cstrong\u003eModerate to high, indirect flow\u003c\/strong\u003e works well and helps prevent detritus from accumulating on the coral's surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather corals periodically shed a thin outer layer as part of their normal growth and maintenance. Increased water movement during this process can help remove the shed material. Provide adequate space from neighboring corals, as larger leather corals can chemically compete with other corals and may physically shade surrounding specimens as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeping Willow Toadstools generally adapt well to \u003cstrong\u003e75–150 PAR\u003c\/strong\u003e. Moderate lighting is a good starting point, with stronger illumination appropriate once the coral has acclimated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen moving the frag into a significantly different lighting environment, make changes gradually. Proper acclimation helps minimize stress and gives the coral time to adjust to its new conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral is primarily photosynthetic and obtains much of its energy from its symbiotic algae. \u003cstrong\u003eSupplemental feeding is not required\u003c\/strong\u003e, although occasional additions of fine particulate coral foods can provide additional nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain good overall water quality and adequate nutrient availability rather than relying heavily on feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Weeping Willow Toadstool Frag WYSIWYG is a beautiful choice for adding movement, texture, and a distinctive leather-coral presence to a reef aquarium. You will receive the exact specimen pictured, making it an easy way to add this popular variety to your collection while watching it develop into a larger flowing colony.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Reef Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48650942513346,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/3354\/5666\/files\/WeepingWillowToadstoolfrag_2.png?v=1787296414","url":"https:\/\/islandreefaquatics.com\/products\/weeping-willow-toadstool","provider":"Island Reef Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}