{"product_id":"orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-j015-s1-9-23-03","title":"Orange Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrange Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange \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 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.\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\u003eUse low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to any increase in intensity, as abrupt lighting changes can keep the disc from expanding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Position it away from direct output so the fleshy disc can expand naturally without being constantly pushed or folded.\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 consistent disc expansion under its current lighting and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow room for it to spread over time. It is generally peaceful, but give neighboring corals space and monitor its footprint as it establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but stable conditions and suitable placement remain the main priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it stable conditions, gentle flow, and room to expand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49100908298462,"sku":"J015-S1-9-23-03","price":39.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/J015-S1-9-23-03.jpg?v=1790187117","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-j015-s1-9-23-03","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}