Yellow Nephthea
Nephthea sp.
CoralMarine
This coral forms fleshy tree-like branches in yellow to orange color. The polyps are small and retractable. Its growth is moderate. It can reach 25 cm in height. It is sensitive to high nitrates. It prefers moderate lighting. It is generally peaceful. It can be easily propagated by cuttings.
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 | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty3/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank80 L
Min. group1
Adult size25 cm
Lifespan7 ans
Temperamentpeaceful
Care notes
Parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 mg/L, magnesium 1250-1350 mg/L. Lighting moderate. Flow moderate. Feeding: photosynthetic, may accept phytoplankton. Minimum tank volume: 80 liters. Compatibility: peaceful, avoid aggressive corals. Difficulty: moderate (3/5). Adult size: 25 cm. Lifespan: 5-8 years. Propagation by cuttings.