Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral

Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral with orange coloration and glowing centers. This WYSIWYG Ricordea mushroom coral offers a fleshy disc form for reef tanks, including nano reef setups. Its beginner-to-moderate care profile suits keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement and gentle water movement.

This is a WYSIWYG coral, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.

Quick Care Summary

• Lighting: Low to moderate lighting
• Flow: Low, indirect flow
• Placement: Lower reef areas or protected rockwork
• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can spread
• Care Level: Beginner to Moderate

Lighting

Use low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, as abrupt lighting changes can stress this mushroom coral.

Flow

Provide low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct current, which can keep the disc from expanding normally.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and observe disc expansion before considering any adjustment.

Temperament

Keep it with room to spread. It is generally peaceful, but mushroom corals can expand across nearby rockwork and compete for available space.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. Occasional small foods may be accepted, but stable conditions and suitable placement remain the priority.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and watch for normal disc expansion after introduction. Make changes to lighting, flow, or placement gradually, and avoid directing flow at the coral. Its Beginner to Moderate care level makes careful observation especially useful during acclimation.

Give it gentle flow, gradual acclimation, and space to expand.