• Name:

    Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

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  • Family: Euphyllidae
  • Species: Euphyllia
  • Scientific Name: Euphyllia sp
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Also Know As:

| Dragon Soul Torch

| Indo Dragon Soul Torch

| Neon Dragon Soul

| Dragon Torch Coral

General info about Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

In general, corals from the genus Euphyllia have long tentacles that may stretch out 2 to 4 inches and are usually extended out most of the time. When the polyps are retracted, you can clearly see that each corallite is completely separated from each other and is encased by its own wall.

For the Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia, they are predominatly colored violet with neon green tips. This are the water parameters for cultivating Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia:

  • Calcium: 420 - 440 ppm
  • Alkalinity: 2.86 - 3.93 MEQ/L (8 - 11 dKH)
  • Phosphates: 0
  • Magnesium: 1260 - 1350
  • Strontium: 8 -10
  • Temperature: 75° - 80° F (24° - 27° C)
  • Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
  • pH: 8.1 - 8.4

Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia Diet & Nutrition

The Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia get its primary nutrition from the symbiotic zooxanthellae living within its tissues. However, we still do recommend you do supplemental feeding by adding mysis and brine shrimp.

Fragging / Propagating Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

A mature tank is highly recommended in propagating Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia. They need to be set at the middle or bottom portion of the tank.

Flow / Lighting Requirements for Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia requires moderate lighting and moderate to strong waterflow.

Parasites & Diseases that Affect Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

The Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia is prone to brown jelly infection, especially if there is minimal waterflow.

Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia Origin

The Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia can be found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific Ocean. They are considered as a threatened species listed under Appendix II of the CITES List, which means that their international trade is monitored.

Caution Should be Taken with Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

The Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia has a semi-aggressive behaviour. With this, proper spacing in relation to other coral specimens is recommended.

How to Acclimate Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

Since Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia is a marine species, salinity must be entirely maintained at 1.023 to 1.025 specific gravity.

Stinging Tentacles on Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia

The Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia have long sweeper tentacles that can sting nearby corals.

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In general, corals from the genus Euphyllia have long tentacles that may stretch out 2 to 4 inches and are usually extended out most of the time. When the polyps are retracted, you can clearly see that each corallite is completely separated from each other and is encased by its own wall.

For the Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia, they are predominatly colored violet with neon green tips. This are the water parameters for cultivating Dragon Soul Torch Euphyllia:

  • Calcium: 420 - 440 ppm
  • Alkalinity: 2.86 - 3.93 MEQ/L (8 - 11 dKH)
  • Phosphates: 0
  • Magnesium: 1260 - 1350
  • Strontium: 8 -10
  • Temperature: 75° - 80° F (24° - 27° C)
  • Salinity / Specific Gravity: 1.023 - 1.025
  • pH: 8.1 - 8.4
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