Vargas Cespitularia Coral
$54.99
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$54.99
Regular price
$89.99
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Vargas Cespitularia Coral
$54.99
Sale price
$54.99
Regular price
$89.99
Grow your corals with:
Care Level
Moderate
Lighting
Moderate–High
Flow
Moderate, indirect
Placement
Mid–High
Temperament
Peaceful, fast-growing (allow several inches of space)
Feeding
photosynthetic (primary), phytoplankton, microplankton, marine snow, dissolved organic matter, fine particulate coral foods
Vargas Cespitularia Coral FAQ's
Why does my Vargas Cespitularia Coral suddenly “melt” after doing well for weeks?
Cespitularia sp. can crash from rapid parameter swings, low/random flow, or bacterial base rot after shipping. Stabilize alk, temp, and salinity; aim for gentle, turbulent flow that keeps the stalk clean. Run fresh carbon to reduce soft-coral toxins. A brief iodine-based dip can help; if the base is deteriorating, frag healthy tips above the necrosis and remount.
How do I keep the signature blue sheen on my Vargas Cespitularia Coral?
Provide moderate PAR (about 80–150) with strong blue spectrum. Too much white light washes color; too little light browns it. Avoid ultra-low nutrients—keep nitrate detectable and phosphate non-zero. Good flow prevents films that dull the surface. Don’t blindly dose trace elements; only supplement what you test for to prevent swings that cause color loss.
What’s the most reliable way to propagate Cespitularia sp. without losing frags?
Cut above a branch node with a clean scalpel and avoid crushing the stalk. Place cuttings in a rubble cup or basket and secure with bridal veil, toothpicks, or loose mesh—glue often fails on slimy tissue. Keep moderate flow and lower light for the first week. After 5–10 days, the frag usually attaches and can be placed normally.
Can Vargas Cespitularia coexist with Xenia, Sinularia, or leathers without issues?
It can, but soft-corals release allelochemicals that may cause deflation, stalled growth, or color shifts. Give extra space and strong crossflow, run quality carbon and change it regularly, and keep up with water changes. If the Cespitularia stays closed near a neighbor, relocate or adjust flow and increase chemical filtration until recovery is evident.
Description
Photo is of mother colony. Frags are typically ¾" – 1" in size.
SKU: CTOxCespitulariaCor
