Electric red tip Elegance

Electrify your reef with the Electric Red Tip Elegance Coral—a true centerpiece coral with dramatic color and flow. This specimen boasts long, fleshy tentacles in shimmering neon green or cream, tipped with vivid electric red or magenta hues that pulse and sway with the current. Measuring approximately 3–4 inches when fully extended, this WYSIWYG coral is bold, elegant, and hard to ignore.

🧼 Elegance Coral Care Guide
About Catalaphyllia jardinei
The Elegance Coral is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral known for its ribbon-like tentacles, often forming a crown-like display. While once considered delicate, aquacultured specimens—especially those with bright red tips—have proven more adaptable and long-lasting in home aquariums. It’s ideal for reefers with moderate experience looking to elevate their tank’s aesthetic.

🌍 Origin
Originally found in sandy lagoons and reef slopes in the Indo-Pacific, this variety is aquacultured to ensure better hardiness and adaptability.

💡 Lighting Requirements
Prefers moderate lighting. High PAR levels can stress the coral, while too little light may dull its color and inhibit expansion.

Low Light: 30–60 PAR
Medium Light: 60–100 PAR
Place on the substrate or low rock ledge with diffuse lighting for best display.

🌊 Water Flow
Low to moderate, indirect flow is essential. Too much current will prevent the coral from fully extending and can cause tissue damage.

🍽️ Feeding
Although it’s photosynthetic, regular target feeding enhances growth and vibrancy. Feed 2–3 times per week with chopped meaty foods like mysis, krill, or reef blends.

🌱 Propagation
Elegance Corals are not typically fragged due to their single-polyp structure and soft tissue. Propagation is best left to specialized aquaculture operations.

🔄 Acclimation
Use a slow drip acclimation (at least 45–60 minutes) and ensure stable parameters before introduction. Elegance Corals can be sensitive to sudden changes in salinity and pH.

⚠️ Placement Tip: This coral expands significantly—give it room! Keep away from aggressive stinging corals and consider a sandbed placement for natural expansion and cushion.

👑 Why It Stands Out:
The Electric Red Tip variety is rare and highly sought after—its contrasting colors and graceful movement make it an eye-catching feature in any reef setup.