{"product_id":"royal-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-i21-s1-7-21-07","title":"Royal Ricordea Mushroom Coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRoyal Ricordea Mushroom Coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Ricordea Mushroom Coral is a mushroom-type soft coral with a Ricordea form. This WYSIWYG mushroom coral suits reef keepers seeking a soft coral for lower, more protected areas of the aquarium. Its care profile is beginner to moderate, with straightforward placement, gentle flow, and gradual light acclimation.\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. Begin under gentler light and increase exposure gradually, avoiding abrupt lighting changes that can keep the disc from expanding normally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse low, indirect flow. Position it away from direct current 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 on protected rockwork. Acclimate gradually to its chosen light level and avoid locations exposed to strong direct flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep reasonable space from nearby corals. Mushroom corals are generally peaceful, but they can spread over surrounding rockwork and may eventually occupy available space.\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 focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and observe expansion after placement or adjustment. Avoid sudden lighting increases, and redirect flow if the disc remains compressed, folded, or unable to expand normally. Allow time to settle before making repeated changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it protected placement, gentle flow, and time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":48500037026014,"sku":"I21-S1-7-21-07","price":52.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/I21-S1-7-21-07.jpg?v=1784657073","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/royal-ricordea-mushroom-coral-wysiwyg-i21-s1-7-21-07","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}