🧡🔥 Molten Ember Euphyllia yamamensis – WYSIWYG
Euphyllia yamamensis – Intense Orange Torch Morph
🔹 Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (keep space between other corals)
Colour Form: A breathtaking orange yamamensis displaying intense molten-orange tentacles with shimmering golden tips. Under actinic and hybrid lighting, the coral radiates fiery tones reminiscent of flowing lava — one of the most vivid torch morphs available.
Water Conditions: 24–27 °C, dKH 8–11, pH 8.0–8.4, sg 1.024–1.026
Family: Euphyllidae
Lighting: Moderate to High
Water Flow: Moderate and indirect (gentle sway of tentacles)
Placement: Mid to lower reef zones
🧬 Overview
The Molten Ember Euphyllia yamamensis is a stunning, ultra-colour variety of torch coral, prized for its deep orange pigmentation and metallic shimmer. Unlike standard orange torches, this morph shows exceptional saturation even under white spectrum lighting — a true visual focal point for any reef aquarium.
Each polyp sways with hypnotic motion, glowing like fire under blue light. A perfect coral for collectors seeking both elegance and intensity in their Euphyllia collection.
🍽️ Care & Feeding
While primarily photosynthetic, occasional target feeding with mysis shrimp, rotifers, or coral blends enhances growth and tentacle extension.
Supplement calcium, magnesium, and trace elements regularly to sustain colour vibrancy and skeletal development.
📈 Optimal Parameters
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Alkalinity (dKH) | 8–11 |
| Calcium (Ca) | 420–460 ppm |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 1250–1350 ppm |
| Nitrate (NO₃) | 2–10 ppm |
| Phosphate (PO₄) | 0.02–0.08 ppm |
📍 Placement
Position in areas of moderate light and gentle, oscillating flow to maintain long, waving tentacles. Keep at least 10 cm distance from other LPS species to prevent chemical or physical aggression.
🧡🔥 Molten Ember Euphyllia yamamensis – WYSIWYG
A living flame of the reef — glowing orange power and elegance combined.
Hand-selected for colour strength, symmetry, and exceptional movement.