Description

Cotton Candy Torch

Stunning Colourful LPS Coral for Your Reef Aquarium

The Cotton Candy Torch Coral is a breathtaking large polyp stony (LPS) coral that brings vibrant color and dynamic movement to any reef tank. Known for its electric pink tips with green tentacles, this coral resembles spun cotton candy swaying gently in the current. Its captivating colors and flowing appearance make it a standout centerpiece for both beginner and experienced reef aquarists.

Every piece of Cotton Candy Torch Coral is carefully acclimated to ensure healthy polyps and strong growth, making it a reliable addition to your reef system. The coral’s hardy nature and moderate care requirements allow hobbyists to enjoy its beauty without constant attention, while its striking coloration enhances the visual appeal of your aquarium.

💡 Why You’ll Love It

• 🌈 Vibrant Colouration – Electric pink tentacles with neon green tips create a spectacular contrast in your reef tank.

• 🌊 Flowing, Dynamic Movement – Long, waving polyps respond beautifully to water flow, adding life and motion.

• 🛡️ Hardy & Resilient – Moderate care requirements make it suitable for hobbyists with some reef experience.

• 🐠 Compatible with Fish & Inverts – Ideal for community reef tanks with careful placement to avoid stings to other LPS corals.

• 🌿 Long-Term Growth Potential – With proper care, this coral can expand and develop into a full, lush colony over time.

🧼 Care & Placement

• Lighting: Moderate to high LED or T5 lighting. Avoid sudden changes in light intensity to prevent bleaching.

• Flow: Moderate water movement is ideal; ensures tentacles sway gently but avoids direct, strong currents that can damage polyps.

• Water Parameters: Maintain stable reef parameters — temperature 24–28°C, salinity 1.023–1.026, calcium 400–450 ppm, alkalinity 8–12 dKH, magnesium 1250–1350 ppm.

• Placement: Provide enough space from other LPS corals, as Cotton Candy Torch has long, stinging sweeper tentacles. Mid to lower areas of the tank work well depending on lighting.

• Feeding: While primarily photosynthetic, occasional feeding of meaty foods like mysis or brine shrimp can enhance coloration and polyp extension.

🪴 Aquascaping Inspiration

The Cotton Candy Torch makes a striking centerpiece in mixed LPS and SPS layouts. Its vivid pink and green colors contrast beautifully with blue and purple SPS corals or deep green macroalgae. Grouping with other torch or hammer corals can create a vibrant LPS garden, while open space around it highlights its flowing tentacles. Use it as a focal point near mid-tank to let its movement be visible from multiple angles.

📊 Quick Facts

• Coral Type: LPS (Large Polyp Stony)

• Species: Euphyllia sp. (Torch)

• Colouration: Pink tentacles with green tips

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Lighting: Moderate to high

• Flow: Moderate

• Placement: Mid to lower tank, away from other LPS corals

• Feeding: Optional meaty foods to enhance growth and coloration

✨ Bring the spectacle of the Cotton Candy Torch Coral into your reef tank and enjoy its vibrant colors, flowing tentacles, and captivating presence. With proper placement and care, this LPS coral will be a long-lasting showpiece in your aquarium, creating a dynamic and colorful reef environment.