Coral Profile

Lobophyllia

Lobophyllia hemprichii

Also known as: Lobo, Lobed Brain

LPSintermediate

Type

LPS

Difficulty

intermediate

Light

medium

Flow

low

Notes

Lobed brain coral with fleshy folded tissue. Hardier and more forgiving than Trachyphyllia. Best on the sand or lower rock with low flow. Eats meaty foods enthusiastically — spot-feed weekly.

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