Description
Elegance Coral – Catalaphyllia jardinei
Catalaphyllia jardinei, commonly known as the Elegance Coral, is a show-stopping LPS coral prized for its long, flowing tentacles and vibrant coloration. Found in sandy lagoons and reef slopes of the Indo-Pacific, it brings graceful movement and striking presence to any reef aquarium.
- Lighting: Moderate (100–200 PAR)
- Flow: Low to moderate, gentle and indirect
- Placement: Bottom of the tank, on sand or a soft substrate
- 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; thrives with occasional feedings of meaty marine foods
- Aggression: Moderate (long sweeper tentacles)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Care Level: Moderate
- Compatibility: Best kept with space from other corals; peaceful tankmates recommended
