Striped Candycane Coral (Caulastrea furcata) - Premium Aquacultured LPS Coral WYSIWG
The Striped Candycane Coral is a visually striking LPS coral featuring bold, alternating stripes of contrasting colors across each round, puffed polyp head. This eye-catching color morph of the classic Caulastrea displays crisp striping patterns in combinations of green, teal, white, or yellow that radiate outward from the center of each corallite. The bubbly, clustered polyp heads extend fully under low to moderate flow, creating a lush, candy-like display that is as charming as it is colorful.
Why Choose Striped Candycane Coral:
- Bold alternating stripe pattern - a standout color morph of a reef classic
- Bubbly, clustered polyp heads create a lush, full appearance
- Aquacultured for superior health and sustainability
- Extremely hardy - one of the best LPS corals for beginners
- Vivid coloration under both white and actinic lighting
Care Requirements:
- Lighting: Low to Medium (50-150 PAR) - lower to mid-tank placement
- Flow: Low to moderate - gentle indirect flow allows full polyp extension
- Feeding: Target feed meaty foods 2-3x weekly for optimal growth and color
- Placement: Rockwork or sand bed - allow space for colony expansion
- Water Parameters: Stable alkalinity (8-9 dKH), calcium 400-450 ppm, moderate nutrients
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful to semi-aggressive (short sweeper tentacles)
Reef Safe: Yes
Growth Rate: Moderate - buds new heads steadily over time
Each Striped Candycane Coral is aquacultured and selected for exceptional striping pattern and coloration. A bold and beginner-friendly addition to any LPS collection!