WWC Electric Daisy Stylocoeniella

Quick Stats

• Care Level: Moderate
• Coral Type: SPS (Small Polyp Stony)
• Lighting Requirement: Low to Medium (75-250 PAR)
• Flow: Moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Placement: Rockwork
• Approximate Purchase Size: 1/2"-3/4"

Overview

The WWC Electric Daisy Stylocoeniella brings bold color and a distinctive encrusting pattern to your tank. With its moderate growth rate and peaceful nature, it’s a straightforward choice for reef keepers looking to add some contrast without high demands. It does well in low to medium light, making it easy to place along lower rockwork or even on glass in a bare-bottom setup.

Note: This is not a WYSIWYG listing. Photo is a representation of the shape, size, and color of the coral you will receive.

Water Parameters

This coral thrives in stable water conditions with regular water changes. Corals with a hard skeleton, like this one, will consume calcium and alkalinity as they grow, often requiring additional supplementation. Routine water testing helps ensure these needs are consistently met.

• Specific Gravity (Salinity): 1.024-1.026
• Temperature: 75-78 Degrees F
• pH: 8.1-8.4
• Alkalinity: 8-9dKH
• Calcium: 380-450ppm
• Magnesium: 1300-1450ppm
• Nitrate (NO3): 10-30ppm
• Phosphate: 0.01-0.1ppm
• Nitrite (NO2): Undetectable
• Ammonia (NH3): Undetectable

Lighting Requirements

This coral does best in low to medium light, around 75-250 PAR. Although adaptable to other light conditions, gradual acclimation to these light levels is recommended to avoid stress. For those with mixed reef tanks, a PAR meter is invaluable for fine-tuning light levels across different corals, helping ensure each coral gets the right intensity for its needs. This careful setup supports the coral’s vibrant color and long-term health.

Ideal Tank Placement

This coral is most often placed onto lower rockwork where it can encrust. You can even place it directly on the glass in a bare bottom setup.

Water Flow Requirements

Moderate water flow is ideal. Aim for movement that’s enough to move coral’s polyps without blasting it directly, as this helps with nutrient flow and keeps debris from collecting on the surface.

Aggressiveness and Compatibility

It's important to give it room to grow. They will inevitably fight any corals they come into direct contact with.

Feeding and Nutrition

Primarily photosynthetic, this this coral can thrive on light alone, though occasional feedings with coral foods such as Reef Chili and Amino Acids like CoralAmino can enhance its growth and coloration.

Growth Rate and Pattern

This coral has a moderate growth rate, spreading over surfaces to form a textured mat. Its encrusting growth pattern makes it easy to incorporate into a range of aquascapes.

Acclimation Process

Acclimation is essential for corals to adjust to their new environment. For a full step-by-step process, refer to our Coral Acclimation Guide.