{"product_id":"green-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-d05-s1-10-06-01","title":"Green Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGreen Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/mushrooms\"\u003eRicordea Mushroom\u003c\/a\u003e Coral is a mushroom-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to low- to moderate-light reef aquariums. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers the practical care approach Ricordea keepers expect, with a disc that should be allowed to expand naturally under gentle conditions. It is appropriate for beginner to moderate care levels.\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\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting and acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity. Avoid abrupt lighting changes, which can prevent the coral from settling and expanding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect water flow. Position it away from direct pump output so the disc can remain open rather than being continually pushed or folded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Give the coral time to adjust after introduction before moving it in response to normal early expansion changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it with suitable spacing despite its generally peaceful temperament. Mushroom corals can spread over time, so leave room around the placement area and monitor nearby corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional, though occasional small foods may be accepted. Prioritize stable conditions and normal disc expansion rather than relying on regular target feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and observe the disc for normal expansion. Make changes gradually, especially when adjusting lighting or circulation. Avoid strong direct flow and revisit placement if the coral remains unable to expand normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA protected, gently lit position supports straightforward long-term care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49156142301406,"sku":"D05-S1-10-06-01","price":28.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/green-ricordea-mushroom-coral-d05-s1-10-06-01-9443836.jpg?v=1791353647","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/green-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-d05-s1-10-06-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}