{"product_id":"orange-florida-ricordea-mushroom","title":"Orange Florida Ricordea Mushroom","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRicordea Mushroom Coral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f6f8f9; border:1px solid #dde4e7; border-left:4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius:8px; padding:8px 12px; font-size:13px; color:#607078; line-height:1.5; margin: 10px 0;\"\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 Ricordea Mushroom Coral (\u003cem\u003eRicordea florida\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most beloved, colorful, and beginner-friendly soft corals in the entire saltwater hobby. \u003cstrong\u003eA round fleshy disc is entirely covered in dense clusters of small round bubble-like vesicles that fluoresce dramatically under blue and actinic reef lighting — glowing across an extraordinary range of morphs including neon green, brilliant orange, sun yellow, deep red, hot pink, electric blue, purple, and multi-color rainbow expressions, each with a distinctive central mouth that often contrasts against the vesicled body\u003c\/strong\u003e — creating one of the most photogenic and visually captivating soft coral silhouettes in the entire reef trade. Native to the Caribbean including Florida and the Bahamas, the Ricordea florida delivers exceptional color saturation, dynamic fluorescence, and beginner-friendly hardiness in a single compact package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Ricordea Mushroom one of the most rewarding entry-level soft corals is the combination of extraordinary color variety, dynamic multiplication behavior, and easy care that forgives typical reef parameter fluctuations. \u003cstrong\u003eRicordea Mushrooms multiply and split over time under stable conditions, with a single healthy disc gradually developing into a small colony of multiple mushrooms that carpet the rockwork like a living coral bouquet\u003c\/strong\u003e — the kind of coral that transforms a single frag purchase into a growing display feature over months and years. Peaceful, completely reef-safe, and one of the most photogenic corals under quality reef lighting, the Ricordea Mushroom is one of the best all-around entry-tier soft corals for reefers exploring their first mushroom or building a color-focused mushroom garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color:#1a5a61; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Ricordea Mushroom Coral — Single\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOne healthy Ricordea Mushroom Coral (\u003cem\u003eRicordea florida\u003c\/em\u003e) — exact color selected from current availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRound fleshy disc entirely covered in dense small bubble-like vesicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eColors may include green, orange, yellow, red, pink, blue, purple, or multi-color rainbow morphs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSplits and multiplies over time — single frag will develop into a growing colony\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:separate; border-spacing:10px 10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate (PAR 50–150)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%; background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate — gentle, indirect flow preferred\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMid to lower rockwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasy — beginner-friendly soft coral\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeaceful — reef-safe with corals, fish, and invertebrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"background:#eceff1; border:1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius:10px; padding:11px 13px; color:#22323a; vertical-align:top;\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong style=\"color:#435760;\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhotosynthetic — benefits from occasional target feeding with small meaty foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#faf8ee; border:1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left:4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius:10px; padding:13px 15px; color:#22323a;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eRicordea Mushrooms are one of the most beginner-friendly soft corals in the hobby and thrive across a wide range of reef parameters — they are more forgiving of moderate nutrient levels than many stony corals, making them excellent for newer reefs still stabilizing their parameters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide gentle, indirect water flow to allow full disc expansion; direct high-velocity flow will keep the mushroom from opening fully or may cause it to detach from its placement spot. Ricordea Mushrooms multiply through natural fission — the disc will occasionally split into two smaller mushrooms, gradually building into a growing colony over time on the same rockwork. Feed occasionally with small pieces of mysis, coral feeding preparations, or other small meaty foods 1 to 2 times per week to accelerate growth and multiplication — Ricordeas derive most of their nutrition from photosynthesis but respond dramatically to occasional target feeding. Color expression benefits significantly from quality reef lighting with strong blue and actinic spectrum coverage to reveal the full fluorescent intensity of the vesicled disc. Ricordea Mushrooms are completely peaceful with tankmates and safe with all fish and invertebrates, and pair beautifully with other soft corals, zoanthids, and other beginner-friendly reef species. Compared to the closely related Ricordea yuma (Indo-Pacific), the Caribbean Ricordea florida stays slightly smaller in mature disc size but multiplies more readily and requires less demanding lighting.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ricordea Mushroom Coral is one of the most colorful and beginner-friendly soft corals available to reef keepers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDense round bubble-like vesicles that fluoresce dramatically under blue and actinic reef lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtraordinary color range — neon green, orange, yellow, red, pink, blue, purple, and rainbow morphs available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA hardy, peaceful, beginner-friendly soft coral that multiplies naturally over time — one of the best introductory mushroom corals for building a color-focused mushroom garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#123844;\"\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 style=\"margin:24px 0;\"\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 Ricordea 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 green, orange, yellow, red, pink, blue, purple, and multi-color rainbow expressions. 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 disc size, 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":49554595447043,"sku":null,"price":46.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/hf_20260914_210101_e170f6a0-8868-45d4-9b63-ebb88224c824.jpg?v=1789420345","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/orange-florida-ricordea-mushroom","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}