V.A. Infernal Solar Torch

£450.00

1 in stock

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Description

Euphyllia glabrescens (V.A. Infernal Solar Torch)


AT A GLANCE
Quick facts: Care level: Easy–Moderate · Lighting: Moderate · Flow: Low–Moderate · Feeding: Benefits from feeding


WHY SHOULD I BUY THIS CORAL?
The V.A. Infernal Solar Torch Coral is a striking torch variety admired for its bold “solar” striping along the tentacles, paired with vivid green tips that glow intensely under blue lighting. The contrast between warm copper, gold and green striping and bright toxic green tips creates a unique, high‑impact look that stands out even among premium torch corals. With long, flowing tentacles and constant movement, this coral delivers both colour complexity and dynamic motion.


CARE LEVEL
Easy–Moderate
Suitable for established reef systems with stable and consistently maintained parameters.


WATER REQUIREMENTS & GENERAL CARE

• Temperature: 24–27 °C
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 (32–35 ppt)
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
Stable water chemistry is essential for maintaining sharp colour contrast, tissue thickness, and long‑term health.


LIGHTING
• Moderate
• PAR Range: 80–150 PAR

Moderate lighting enhances the tiger striping and brings out the teal tip fluorescence. Gradual acclimation is recommended to avoid colour stress.


PLACEMENT
• Bottom / Lower–Mid rockwork

Place on secure rockwork or the sandbed with the skeleton fully supported. Allow generous spacing due to long sweeper tentacles.


FLOW
• Low–Moderate

Provide gentle, indirect flow that allows the tentacles to sway freely without excessive whipping or collapse.


FEEDING
• Photosynthetic: Benefit from feeding
Recommended feeding schedule:
• 1–2 times per week
Accepted foods:
• Finely chopped mysis or brine shrimp
• LPS pellets
• Reef roids or fine powdered coral foods
• Liquid coral foods or amino acids

Target feeding supports stronger growth, thicker tentacles, and enhanced colour saturation.


COMPATIBILITY & BEHAVIOUR
• Temperament: Semi aggressive
• Long sweeper tentacles, especially at night
• Requires ample spacing from neighbouring corals
• Can coexist with other Euphyllia species if sufficient space is provided


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Family: Euphylliidae
• Origin: Indo‑Pacific
• Natural Habitat: Sheltered reef slopes and lagoonal environments
• Typical Depth Range: 5–30 m


WHY WE RECOMMEND THIS CORAL
✔ Unique copper-gold striping with glowing green tips
✔ Strong fluorescence and constant flowing movement
✔ Hardy torch coral with excellent feeding response
✔ Premium feature coral with distinctive colour contrast


DISCLAIMER
• Coral appearance may vary under different lighting conditions
• Size and colour may differ slightly from stock images
• Ensure adequate spacing when placing new corals
• All corals are supplied healthy and pest checked