Spiny candy cane
Caulastrea echinulata
CoralMarine
Caulastrea echinulata appears as small encrusting or massive colonies, with elongated polyps and spiny septa. Colors range from green to brown, often with contrasting centers. It is undemanding and tolerates varied conditions, making it a good choice for reef beginners.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 7–12 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 10 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank80 L
Min. group1
Adult size15 cm
Lifespan5 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
Care notes
Place in moderate lighting and low to moderate flow. It feeds mainly by photosynthesis but appreciates zooplankton supplements. Watch for filamentous algae that may overgrow it.