{"product_id":"orange-umbrella-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-b09-s1-10-27-09","title":"Orange Umbrella Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrange Umbrella Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Umbrella \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/mushrooms\"\u003eMushroom Coral\u003c\/a\u003e is a mushroom-type \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e for lower, protected reef areas. This orange mushroom coral suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral with straightforward placement needs. Its care profile favors gentle conditions, making it appropriate for systems maintained with consistent lighting, flow, and water quality.\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, especially when moving it into brighter conditions, and avoid abrupt lighting increases that can limit normal expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low, indirect flow. Water movement should be gentle enough for the disc to expand normally rather than being pushed or folded by a direct current.\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 gradually if its expansion suggests it needs a calmer or more suitable position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space around it as it settles and spreads. It is generally peaceful, but expansion can bring it into contact with nearby corals over time.\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 lighting and flow remain the primary care considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and observe the disc regularly for normal expansion. This beginner-to-moderate care soft coral benefits from patient acclimation, particularly after changes in lighting, placement, or water movement. Avoid direct flow and sudden environmental shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sheltered placement and gradual acclimation support reliable mushroom coral care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49334576185566,"sku":"B09-S1-10-27-09","price":57.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/orange-umbrella-mushroom-coral-b09-s1-10-27-09-4317906.jpg?v=1793393833","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-umbrella-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-b09-s1-10-27-09","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}