Leptoseris foliosa GOLD (08.11.2025) MM1-I-37 5cm

  • Code: 16425
  • Manufacturer: JadwigaMorska
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Cultivating Leptoseris is relatively forgiving, but it requires stable parameters and appropriate lighting — this is a coral that thrives best in mature, biologically stable reef systems with moderate light levels. Here’s a detailed care guide:


Genus: Leptoseris

  • Belongs to the Agariciidae family (closely related to Pavona and Oxypora).

  • In nature, it occurs at greater depths — often 20–50 meters, where light is diffused and less intense.

  • Typically features a delicate, thin plate-like structure with a characteristic “dish” shape.


CARE REQUIREMENTS

Lighting

  • Moderate to low light (PAR 50–150 µmol/m²/s)
    – Leptoseris prefers lower areas of the aquarium or shaded spots.
    – Under excessive light (e.g., Acropora zones), it may bleach or lose tissue.
    – Performs well under blue spectrum lighting (420–460 nm).


Water Flow

  • Moderate flow – too strong a current can damage the delicate tissue.

  • Best results are achieved with gentle, indirect, and diffused flow (avoid direct blast from powerheads).


Temperature

  • 24–26°C (75–79°F) – temperature stability is crucial.


⚗️ Water Parameters

Parameter

Optimal Range

Salinity

1.025–1.026 SG

KH (Alkalinity)

7.5–8.5 dKH

Ca (Calcium)

420–450 ppm

Mg (Magnesium)

1300–1400 ppm

NO₃ (Nitrate)

2–10 ppm

PO₄ (Phosphate)

0.02–0.08 ppm





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