Euphyllia glabrescens, commonly known as the Rapunzel Holy Grail coral, is a captivating large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its long, elegant tentacles that sway gracefully in the aquarium current. This medium-sized specimen is perfect for hobbyists looking to add dynamic movement and vibrant texture to their reef tanks.
Lighting: Moderate lighting is recommended, such as T5 fluorescents or LED systems providing 100-150 PAR. Avoid intense direct light to prevent bleaching.
Water Flow: Gentle to moderate water flow is ideal to ensure the tentacles move naturally without being damaged by strong currents.
Placement: Position this coral in a mid to lower section of the tank where it has ample space to expand its tentacles without touching neighbouring corals. Adequate spacing is essential to prevent aggression and stinging interactions.
Care Level: Intermediate. Requires stable water parameters and regular monitoring to thrive.
Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae, but benefits from occasional feeding of meaty foods such as brine shrimp or specialised coral foods.
Compatibility: Reef safe with adequate spacing. Avoid placing near aggressive corals that may harm its delicate tentacles.
Tank Size: Minimum 75 litres (20 gallons) recommended to provide stable conditions and space.
Origin: Not Provided.
Maximum Size: Typically grows up to 30 cm (12 inches) in diameter under optimal conditions.
