{"product_id":"bright-orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-e012-s1-8-18-03","title":"Bright Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBright Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright Orange \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/mushrooms\"\u003eRicordea Mushroom\u003c\/a\u003e Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral with an orange Ricordea appearance. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral has the textured disc form associated with Ricordea-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft corals\u003c\/a\u003e. Its beginner-to-moderate care profile suits reef keepers seeking a mushroom coral for lower, more protected areas of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\u003eWYSIWYG coral\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Care Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low, indirect flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower reef areas or protected rockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful but can spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to avoid abrupt increases, and observe the disc for normal expansion as it settles into its chosen location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct current, as it can prevent the disc from expanding normally and may require a more sheltered placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Allow time to acclimate before moving it, increasing light exposure, or making other placement adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it room to spread away from nearby corals. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but spreading or movement can eventually bring them into contact with neighboring corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, while suitable lighting, gentle flow, and stable conditions remain the main care priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and monitor disc expansion after introduction or changes in placement. Avoid sudden lighting increases and direct flow. If the disc remains contracted, reassess its flow, light exposure, and protected location before making further changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room to spread and make aquarium changes gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48612696031454,"sku":"E012-S1-8-18-03","price":45.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/E012-S1-8-18-03.jpg?v=1787070362","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/bright-orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-e012-s1-8-18-03","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}