ππ€ Holy Shadow Torch Euphyllia
Euphyllia glabrescens β Holy Grail with Black Fusion Head (Ultra Rare Morph)
πΉ Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (long sweeper tentacles)
Colour Form: A breathtaking fusion of metallic gold and deep black β the ultimate evolution of the Holy Grail lineage. Each tentacle glows with rich golden fluorescence, flowing into smoky black gradients that converge around the central head. Under actinic light, the gold radiates like molten light, while the black base creates a rare, dramatic contrast that feels almost supernatural.
Water Conditions: 24β27 Β°C, dKH 8β11, pH 8.0β8.4, sg 1.024β1.026
Family: Euphylliidae
Lighting: Moderate
Water Flow: Gentle, oscillating
Placement: Mid to lower rockwork
𧬠Overview
The Holy Shadow Torch Euphyllia is one of the rarest and most visually intense Euphyllia glabrescens morphs ever seen β a genuine collectorβs piece. Fusing the divine glow of a classic Holy Grail with dark, inky pigmentation at the polyp base, this coral embodies contrast, mystery, and power.
Each head tells its own story: golden fire emerging from black twilight β a living paradox of light and shadow. Highly sought after by advanced collectors, this morph redefines what βrareβ means in the torch world.
π½οΈ Care & Feeding
Primarily photosynthetic, but thrives with weekly target feeding of Mysis, Brine Shrimp, or powdered coral food. Stable alkalinity and trace elements (strontium, manganese, and iron) are crucial for maintaining fluorescence and tissue strength. Avoid swings in temperature or salinity.
π Optimal Parameters
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Alkalinity (dKH) | 8β11 |
| Calcium (Ca) | 420β460 ppm |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 1250β1350 ppm |
| Nitrate (NOβ) | 2β10 ppm |
| Phosphate (POβ) | 0.02β0.08 ppm |
π Placement
Mount securely on mid-level rockwork with moderate, indirect flow to allow elegant polyp sway. Provide ample clearance from neighbouring corals β torches can extend long, potent sweepers.
ππ€ Holy Shadow Torch Euphyllia
Where divine light meets abyssal darkness β a living relic of gold and shadow, glowing with the pulse of the oceanβs rarest fire.