Platygyra (Platygyra sp.)

Platygyra is a striking LPS coral recognized by its brain coral-like surface and deep grooves. Its coloration varies in shades of green, brown, blue, and red, often with spectacular fluorescent patterns. It forms a massive, slow-growing colony and is well-suited as a focal point in a reef aquarium.

Characteristics

• Brain coral-like, deeply grooved surface

• Fluorescent green, blue, red, and brown color variations

• Massive and slow-growing habit

• Hardy and relatively easy LPS coral

• Suitable for the bottom or middle section of the aquarium

Care Instructions

Minimum Aquarium: 100 liters

Lighting: Low to moderate, approximately 75–150 PAR

Flow: Low to moderate, variable flow

Temperature: 24–26 °C

Salinity: 1.024–1.026

Feeding: Obtains most of its energy from photosynthetic symbiotic algae but benefits from small zooplankton and fine coral food.

Compatibility: Leave growing space around it. May extend short sweeper tentacles, especially at night.

Additional Information

Scientific Name: Platygyra sp.

Common Name: Brain coral

Origin: Indo-Pacific region

Difficulty Level: Easy–Moderate