Lobophyllia Green & Orange

Lobophyllia Coral

The Lobophyllia Coral (Lobophyllia sp.), often called a Lobo Coral, is a beautiful fleshy LPS coral known for its large, inflated polyps, deep ridges and striking colour patterns. Lobophyllia can display impressive combinations of red, orange, green, blue, purple and other contrasting colours, making each colony unique.

Its thick, fleshy appearance makes it an excellent feature coral, particularly when placed on the lower areas of the reef. With stable water parameters and suitable lighting, Lobophyllia can become a bold and colourful centerpiece.

Care Information

• Care Level: Easy to Moderate

• Lighting: Low to moderate

• Water Flow: Low to moderate, gentle and indirect

• Placement: Lower to middle areas of the aquarium

• Temperament: Semi-aggressive – can sting neighbouring corals

• Diet: Photosynthetic but benefits from occasional feeding of small meaty coral foods

• Reef Safe: Yes, with adequate spacing

• Temperature: 24–26°C

• Salinity: 1.024–1.026

• Calcium: 400–450 ppm

• Alkalinity: 8–12 dKH

• Magnesium: 1250–1400 ppm

Important: Avoid placing Lobophyllia in strong, direct flow, as its large fleshy tissue can become irritated or damaged against its skeleton. Give the coral adequate space from neighbouring corals and avoid placing it where sharp rockwork can rub against the tissue.

Perfect for: Reef keepers looking for a colourful, fleshy LPS coral with impressive patterns, bold structure and excellent centerpiece appeal.