{"product_id":"orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-j016-s1-8-4-01","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 suited to lower-light reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers orange coloration for reef aquariums and fits a beginner-to-moderate care approach. Its disc-shaped form is best appreciated where it can expand without excessive current.\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 brighter conditions, as abrupt lighting increases can stress the coral and limit normal expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Position it away from direct outlets so the disc can expand normally rather than being continually pushed or folded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Start in a sheltered location and adjust only after observing consistent expansion under its new lighting and flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space from neighboring corals. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but they can spread over nearby rockwork and gradually occupy available room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually optional. It may accept occasional small foods, but stable lighting, gentle flow, and observation should guide routine care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and watch for normal disc expansion. Avoid sudden changes in placement, lighting, or flow, especially direct current that keeps the coral from opening fully. Make adjustments gradually and allow time to respond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sheltered, low-flow placement helps support consistent expansion and straightforward care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48548628463838,"sku":"J016-S1-8-4-01","price":48.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-j016-s1-8-4-01-7270501.jpg?v=1785878055","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-j016-s1-8-4-01","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}