Turbinaria reniformis (frag) | FRAG

Turbinaria reniformis, commonly known as the Leaf Plate Coral, is a captivating large polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its distinctive leafy, plate-like growth forms. This frag is cultured by DJM, ensuring healthy, tank-bred specimens ideal for marine reef aquariums.

Lighting Requirements: Moderate lighting is recommended to maintain vibrant colours and healthy growth. Avoid intense direct light which may cause bleaching.

Water Flow: Moderate water flow is ideal to prevent detritus accumulation on the coral’s surface while ensuring adequate gas exchange.

Placement: Position this coral on stable rockwork in the mid to lower regions of the aquarium. Provide sufficient space from neighbouring corals to prevent aggression, as Turbinaria reniformis can extend sweeper tentacles.

Care Level: Suitable for intermediate aquarists with some experience in maintaining LPS corals.

Diet: Primarily photosynthetic via symbiotic zooxanthellae, but will benefit from occasional feeding of small meaty foods such as phytoplankton or coral-specific liquid foods.

Compatibility: Reef safe with adequate spacing from other corals to avoid stinging interactions.

Origin: Not Provided (cultured by DJM in the UK).

Maximum Size: Can grow to medium-large plate formations over time, typically up to 30cm in diameter under optimal conditions.