Glow worm Platygyra 1” frag

Glow worm Platygyra 1” fragPlatygyra Coral (Brain Coral) Care Guide (Common names: Maze Coral, Brain Coral; Genus: Platygyra) Known for its maze like ridges and bold fluorescent colors, Platygyra adds striking texture and visual complexity to any reef tank. Lighting: Low to moderate (75150 PAR) Too much light can bleach it. Start low and adjust slowly if needed. Flow: Low to moderate Enough to keep detritus from settling in its valleys, but not so strong that it damages the

Platygyra Coral (Brain Coral) – Care Guide 🧠✨

(Common names: Maze Coral, Brain Coral; Genus: Platygyra)

Known for its maze-like ridges and bold fluorescent colors, Platygyra adds striking texture and visual complexity to any reef tank.

Lighting:

🔆 Low to moderate (75–150 PAR)

Too much light can bleach it. Start low and adjust slowly if needed.

Flow:

🌊 Low to moderate

Enough to keep detritus from settling in its valleys, but not so strong that it damages the fleshy tissue.

Water Parameters:

• Temp: 76–78°F

• Salinity: 1.025

• dKH: 8–11

• Calcium: 400–450 ppm

• Magnesium: 1300+ ppm

• Nitrate: 2–10 ppm

• Phosphate: 0.03–0.08 ppm

Placement:

📍 Sandbed or lower rockwork

Give it room to grow and avoid placing near aggressive corals—its sweeper tentacles can sting neighbors at night.

Feeding:

🍤 Optional but beneficial

Target-feed with small meaty foods like reef roids, mysis, or coral foods 1–2 times a week. This can boost growth and coloration.

Care Level:

✅ Easy to Moderate

Platygyra is hardy and grows slowly but steadily when conditions are stable. A good choice for both beginner and experienced reefers.

Fun Tip:

Under blue light, the valleys glow with intense fluorescence—perfect for night viewing!