{"product_id":"bright-orange-yuma-mushroom","title":"Bright Orange Yuma Mushroom","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYuma Mushroom Coral \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f8f8; border-top:1px solid #dce3e5; padding:12px 14px; font-size:13px; color:#68777c; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a general description of the species — the specific specimen you receive may vary in color, size, and appearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yuma Mushroom (\u003cem\u003eRicordea yuma\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most coveted, visually dramatic, and endlessly variable mushroom corals in the entire saltwater hobby. \u003cstrong\u003eA large, bubbled disc covered in raised beaded vesicles glows across some of the most vivid colors in the reef trade — electric rainbow, orange-and-blue two-tones, red with green centers, purple with contrasting bubble tips, and countless multi-tone combinations that make Yumas the crown jewel of the mushroom coral category.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike smooth-surfaced Discosoma or textured Rhodactis mushrooms, Yumas feature a distinctive bubble-covered disc surface with prominent raised vesicles that catch and refract light in ways no other mushroom coral does — creating a jewel-like, dimensional presence that reads dramatically from any angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Yuma Mushroom one of the most prized soft corals in the collector market is the combination of extraordinary color saturation, oversized disc presence, and genuine rarity of premium morphs. \u003cstrong\u003eYumas are considered premium collector-grade mushroom corals\u003c\/strong\u003e — the kind of specimen serious reef keepers specifically seek out to anchor a curated soft coral display or nano showpiece tank. Mature Yumas expand to 3 to 6 inches across, giving each specimen dramatic presence on the rockwork, and the vivid color expression under quality reef lighting is unmatched by any other mushroom coral in the trade. Yumas do require slightly more established conditions than standard Discosoma or Rhodactis mushrooms — they benefit from moderate reef lighting, gentle to moderate flow, and stable water parameters — but reward the patient reefer with one of the most photogenic and collectible soft corals available in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #d8e1e3; border-bottom:1px solid #d8e1e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; gap:18px; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width:155px; flex:0 0 155px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block; font-weight:700; color:#173f4b; background:#eef5f5; padding:4px 8px; border-radius:4px;\"\u003eYuma Mushroom Coral — Single\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"color:#536369; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne Yuma Mushroom ( Ricordea yuma ) — exact color and morph selected from current availability. Bubble-covered disc with distinctive raised vesicles and saturated jewel-tone coloration. Reef-safe soft coral with peaceful temperament — pairs well with most coral neighbors. Premium collector mushroom that grows into a dramatic 3 to 6 inch showpiece.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; border:1px solid #dce4e6; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eModerate (PAR 100–200) — quality reef lighting preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eLow to Moderate — gentle, indirect flow preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eMid to lower rockwork or sandbed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003eModerate — established systems preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #dce4e6;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003ePeaceful — reef-safe, no sweeper tentacles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width:32%; padding:10px 12px; font-weight:700; color:#304a54; background:#f3f6f7;\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px; color:#526168;\"\u003ePhotosynthetic — benefits from target feeding to accelerate growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf9f3; border:1px solid #e4dfc9; border-left:4px solid #aa9b60; border-radius:6px; padding:13px 15px; color:#425158; line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYuma Mushrooms prefer moderate reef lighting and stable, established water parameters — they are more demanding than standard Discosoma or Rhodactis mushrooms and are not recommended for brand-new or unstable reef systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide moderate reef lighting in the PAR 100 to 200 range — too little light causes color loss and slow decline, while excessive lighting can cause bleaching. Provide gentle to moderate, indirect flow to allow full disc expansion; direct high-velocity flow will prevent the mushroom from opening fully. Yumas benefit significantly from occasional target feeding with mysis, small pieces of shrimp, or coral feeding preparations to accelerate growth and color development. Yumas can occasionally detach and drift to a new location if unhappy with placement conditions — this is normal behavior and the mushroom will typically settle in a new spot within days. Provide 2 to 3 inches of spacing from neighboring corals to accommodate the larger disc expansion. Maintain stable alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium levels and gradual acclimation on arrival to ensure long-term color retention and slow, steady growth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yuma Mushroom is one of the most prized and visually dramatic soft corals in the reef hobby:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:0; padding-left:20px; color:#495b62; line-height:1.75;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBubble-covered vesicled disc with the most vivid color saturation in the entire mushroom category\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpands to 3 to 6 inches at maturity — dramatic showpiece presence on the rockwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA premium collector-grade mushroom that combines jewel-tone color saturation with genuine rarity in the trade — the crown jewel of the mushroom coral category for serious reef enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#173f4b; margin-bottom:7px;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\" style=\"color: #1d5c78;\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f6f8f9; border: 1px solid #dde4e7; border-left: 4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; font-size: 13px; color: #607078; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Yuma Mushroom you receive will be selected based on current availability and may range across the full spectrum of colors and morphs available in this species — including electric rainbow, orange-and-blue two-tones, red with green centers, purple with contrasting bubble tips, and countless multi-tone combinations. Specific color and morph cannot be guaranteed and are determined at packing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003ePhotographs are representative examples. Individual specimens may vary in size, disc diameter, vesicle density, and color expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eAs with all live animals, proper acclimation and a suitable, established environment are essential for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49525085274371,"sku":null,"price":64.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260826_201321_194cf9f0-774a-4d99-9a89-ecdb70fd0fa0.jpg?v=1787801300","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/bright-orange-yuma-mushroom","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}