Corymbose brain coral
Lobophyllia corymbosa
Family : Lobophylliidae
CoralMarineLPS
LPS coral forming massive dome-shaped colonies, with deep valleys and bright colors.
Popularity
LPS coral
large polyps, low light
Availability
Specialty onlyShop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Description
Lobophyllia corymbosa is characterized by hemispherical or encrusting colonies, with sinuous valleys and thick septa. Its polyps are fleshy and can be various colors: green, red, brown, purple. It is moderately aggressive and extends tentacles at night. Requires moderate lighting and medium flow.
Habitat
Region :
Reef slopes and rocky areas
Distribution :
Recommended parameters
Temperature24–28 °C
pH8.1–8.4
GH8–12 °dGH
KH7–12 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 10 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.1 mg/L
Care
Difficulty
3/5
Diet
Photosynthetic
Min. tank
120 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
25 cm
Lifespan
7 years
Temperament
Semi-aggressive
Propagation
Fragmentation
Care notes
Leave space between colonies to avoid conflicts. Feed with meaty foods or plankton. Maintain water rich in calcium and alkalinity. Good water movement is important.
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