{"product_id":"orange-umbrella-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l04-s1-9-29-02","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 suited to low-energy reef areas. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral offers an approachable soft-coral option for reef keepers seeking a specimen suited to gentler conditions. Its care profile favors protected placement, modest light, and patient acclimation rather than high-energy reef zones.\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\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Start with subdued exposure and increase only gradually if needed, as abrupt lighting increases can stress a mushroom coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Position it where water movement is gentle enough for the disc to expand normally, without a direct stream hitting the coral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it in lower reef areas or protected rockwork. Allow time to adjust after introduction, and avoid exposed positions with intense light or forceful circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect generally peaceful behavior, but leave room for it to spread. Monitor nearby corals over time and maintain space if expansion begins to crowd neighboring placements.\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 appropriate light and flow remain the primary care considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable reef conditions and observe disc expansion after placement or adjustments. Make changes gradually, especially to lighting and circulation, and redirect flow if the disc remains unable to open normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical soft coral choice for calm, lower-energy reef placement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49143104635102,"sku":"L04-S1-9-29-02","price":68.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/L04-S1-9-29-02.jpg?v=1790785598","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/orange-umbrella-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-l04-s1-9-29-02","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}