{"product_id":"orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-i22-s1-7-21-01","title":"Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrange Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral with an orange Ricordea appearance. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral is suited to reef keepers looking for an orange soft coral with straightforward low- to moderate-light care. Its placement and flow needs make it a practical choice for protected areas of the reef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG coral, 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. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, as abrupt changes can stress a mushroom coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Avoid strong direct current, 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 location and adjust only after observing normal disc expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally peaceful, but allow room around it because mushroom corals can spread. Monitor nearby corals as it establishes and expand spacing if needed.\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 suitable placement remain the priority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe the disc regularly for normal expansion. Make lighting or placement changes gradually, and redirect flow if the coral remains compressed or cannot expand normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it protected placement, gentle flow, and time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48500033061086,"sku":"I22-S1-7-21-01","price":41.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I22-S1-7-21-01.jpg?v=1784657133","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-i22-s1-7-21-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}