Orange Ricordia Mushroom

Overview:

The Orange Ricordea Mushroom coral (Ricordea florida and Ricordea yuma) is a striking mushroom coral recognized for its vivid neon orange coloration and unique pebbled texture. Celebrated for its flower-like shape, this coral adds exceptional visual interest to saltwater aquariums and reef tanks, making it a favorite among coral enthusiasts.

Colorization:

• Explosive neon orange with exquisite teal highlights creating a vibrant contrast.
• The coloration mimics a glowing effect that enhances aquarium aesthetics.

Size:

• Typically ranges in size 1  to 3 inches in size

Lighting:

• Prefers low to moderate light, around 75–125 PAR.
• Excessive light exposure may cause bleaching or shrinking.
• Insufficient light leads to upward stretching behavior.

Water Flow:

• Needs low to medium water flow to receive essential nutrients without stress.
• Strong currents can inhibit full expansion and may detach the coral.

Feeding:

• Primarily photosynthetic but benefits greatly from targeted feeding.
• Thrives on small mysis shrimp or specialized coral feeding powders.
• Exhibits a unique “taco” folding when digesting food.

Aggressiveness:

• Peaceful coral lacking stinging tentacles.
• May slowly overgrow nearby corals without aggressive harm.

Care Level:

• Easy to care for, suitable for beginner to intermediate reef hobbyists.
• Adaptable with straightforward maintenance needs.