Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral

Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements

Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral with bright orange coloration. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral is suited to reef keepers seeking a fleshy-polyp soft coral for a nano reef or larger aquarium. Its orange coloration and expanding disc provide a distinct look without demanding high light or forceful circulation.

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 keep the disc from expanding normally.

Flow

Provide low, indirect flow. Position it away from direct output so the fleshy disc can expand naturally without being constantly pushed or folded.

Placement

Place it in lower reef areas or on protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and adjust only after observing consistent disc expansion under its current lighting and flow.

Temperament

Allow room for it to spread over time. It is generally peaceful, but give neighboring corals space and monitor its footprint as it establishes.

Feeding

Feeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but stable conditions and suitable placement remain the main priorities.

General Care

Maintain stable aquarium conditions and watch its response after placement or adjustments. Avoid abrupt lighting increases and direct flow that prevents normal disc expansion. This care profile ranges from beginner to moderate, with observation helping guide any changes.

Give it stable conditions, gentle flow, and room to expand.