Description
Elegance – Catalaphyllia jardinei
Catalaphyllia jardinei, commonly known as the Elegance coral, is a stunning and highly sought-after LPS coral known for its vibrant colors and elegant, flowing tentacles. Native to the Indo-Pacific, it thrives in reef aquariums, adding beauty and movement with its striking appearance.
Lighting: Moderate to high (150-250 PAR)
Flow: Moderate to strong, indirect
Placement: Middle to bottom of the tank, with enough space to allow full extension of its tentacles
Temperature: 76-82°F (24-28°C)
Salinity: 1.024-1.026 SG
pH: 8.1-8.4
Alkalinity: 8-12 dKH
Calcium: 400-450 ppm
Magnesium: 1200-1400 ppm
Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic, benefits from occasional feedings of small meaty foods like mysis shrimp
Aggression: Moderate (can extend sweeper tentacles)
Growth Rate: Slow
Care Level: Moderate
Compatibility: Best kept with peaceful corals, ensuring enough space to avoid contact with other species
