Lobophyllia Brain Coral 5.5″ – LiveAquaria
The Lobophyllia Brain Coral is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral often referred to as a Lobed, Colored, Carpet, Flat, or Open Brain Coral, Meat Coral, Modern Coral, or Large Flower Coral. It has fleshy polyps that hide its calcareous skeleton. It is found in a variety of textures and color forms. Some are smooth, while others are pimply, and look like carpet. Colors vary from bright red, green, orange, gray, tan, or brown.
Its behavior is semi-aggressive and it will sting other corals with its extended sweeper tentacles during the night. Provide plenty of space between it and other neighboring corals. It is easy to maintain in the reef aquarium, making it an excellent candidate for the beginning through expert reef aquarist. It requires moderate to strong lighting combined with a moderate to high water flow.
| Specifications |
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| Species: Lobophyllia |
| Size: 5.5 inches (width) |
| Form: Large Polyp Stony (LPS) |
| Color Options: Red, Green, Orange, Gray, Tan, Brown |
| Texture: Smooth, Pimply, Carpet-like |
| Lighting Requirement: Moderate to Strong |
| Flow Requirement: Moderate to High |
FAQ
What are the common color and texture variations of the Lobophyllia Brain Coral?
The coral comes in a range of colors including red, green, orange, gray, tan, and brown. Textures vary from smooth to pimply, with some resembling a carpet or flat surface.
Is the Lobophyllia Brain Coral aggressive toward other corals?
It is semi-aggressive and may extend sweeper tentacles at night to sting nearby corals. It should be placed with sufficient space from other coral species.
What lighting and water flow conditions does it require?
It requires moderate to strong lighting and moderate to high water flow for optimal growth and health.
Wendy Mathis –
This coral has grown well in my 120-gallon reef tank. I chose the red variant and it’s become a focal point. The texture is smooth with a nice color retention. I keep it well spaced from other corals to avoid any stinging incidents. It’s easy to care for and has been stable for over six months.
Stephen Sutherland –
I bought the green version and it’s developed a slightly pimply texture. It’s not aggressive as long as I maintain at least 6 inches of space between it and other corals. Lighting is strong and flow is consistent. It’s a great beginner-friendly coral.
Chloe Stewart –
The coral arrived healthy and has expanded nicely in my tank. I’ve kept it under strong LED lighting and moderate flow. It’s vibrant and adds a natural look to the reef. No issues with stinging so far, and it’s been stable.