Radiated brain coral
Trachyphyllia radiata
CoralMarine
Trachyphyllia radiata is a solitary LPS coral, free-living or attached, with a wrinkled surface resembling a brain. Its polyps are retractile, revealing radial lines. It is photosynthetic but can also capture prey. Prefers moderate lighting and low flow. Growth is slow.
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
Difficulty4/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank150 L
Min. group1
Adult size30 cm
Lifespan10 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
Care notes
Place on a sand bed or flat rock. Avoid moving it often. Feed with plankton or micro-particles. Maintain stable calcium and alkalinity levels.