Robust Lobophyllia
Lobophyllia robusta
CoralMarine
Lobophyllia robusta forms massive dome-shaped colonies with thick fleshy lobes. Polyps are large and can be brown, green, red or purple. It is an aggressive coral that can extend mesenterial filaments. It feeds through photosynthesis and prey capture. Growth is moderate to fast. It is very popular for its hardiness and imposing appearance.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–27 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| Salinity | 1.023–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 10 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank200 L
Min. group1
Adult size30 cm
Lifespan15 ans
Temperamentaggressive
Care notes
Temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Moderate to high lighting (PAR 150-250), moderate to strong flow. Minimum tank 200 liters due to adult size. Feed meaty foods 2-3 times per week. Nitrates <10 ppm, phosphates <0.1 ppm. Calcium 400-450, magnesium 1200-1350. Leave space around as it can damage neighboring corals. Tolerates stable conditions well.