Euphyllia corals, which include popular aquarium species like Hammers, Torches, and Frogspawns, are large-polyp(LPS) corals know for their swaying, flowing tentacles and generally beginner-friendly care requirements. They thrive in moderate lighting and medium water flow, benefit from supplemental feedings of meaty foods like mysis shrimp, but require ample space from other corals to prevent stings from their long sweepers. 

Care Requirements

• Lighting and Flow:

  Euphyllia corals prefer moderate lighting and medium water flow. However, some sources suggest moderate to strong flow is ideal, but emphasize that it should be sufficient to keep polyps extended without causing their flesh to recede. 

• Water Parameters:

  Maintain stable water parameters, with a stable pH between 8.0 and 8.4. 

• Feeding:

  While Euphyllia corals are photosynthetic and can survive without direct feeding, they will benefit from supplemental feeding with meaty foods like mysis shrimp or specialized coral foods. 

• Space:

  Provide plenty of space between Euphyllia corals and other corals, as their long, stinging sweepers can harm nearby corals.