{"product_id":"k08-s1-7-28-05","title":"Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrange \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/mushrooms\" title=\"Shop Ricordea mushroom at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003eRicordea Mushroom\u003c\/a\u003e Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\" title=\"Shop soft coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e with orange coloration. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral suits reef keepers looking for a soft coral with straightforward placement needs. Its care profile favors protected areas, gentle water movement, and a gradual approach to lighting changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\" title=\"Shop WYSIWYG coral at Riptide Aquaculture\"\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 whether the disc expands normally in its chosen location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct water movement, which can keep the disc from expanding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered position and adjust only if normal disc expansion is not observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it spaced from corals you do not want crowded over time. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but they can spread across nearby rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and appropriate placement remain the main priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis coral is suited to beginner-to-moderate care when conditions remain stable. Make changes gradually, especially when adjusting light or flow, and watch for normal disc expansion as a practical indicator of comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it room to settle before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48514540699870,"sku":"K08-S1-7-28-05","price":42.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/K08-S1-7-28-05.jpg?v=1785268684","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/k08-s1-7-28-05","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}