🌸👁 WWC Peppermint Cyphastrea – Frag (Similar to Photo)
Cyphastrea sp.
Quick Stats
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Colour Form: True Pink Base with Bright White Eyes
Water Conditions: 24–27°C, dKH 8–11, pH 8.0–8.4, sg 1.024–1.026
Family: Merulinidae
Lighting: Low to Moderate
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
Water Flow: Low to Moderate
Placement: Shaded Rockwork or Lower Tank Areas
Overview
The WWC Peppermint Cyphastrea is a dazzling encrusting coral featuring a true pink base accented by bright white eyes, offering a soft but striking contrast that glows under reef lighting. This frag (similar to the specimen shown in the photo) is a fan favourite for its pastel vibrance and reliable growth in shaded areas.
Ideal for covering vertical surfaces or hidden corners, this coral encrusts rock beautifully, making it a versatile and visually appealing choice for all reef setups.
Care & Feeding
A hardy and forgiving coral, Cyphastrea thrives under low to moderate light and stable water conditions. Occasional feeding with fine coral foods or phytoplankton can promote faster encrusting and intensified colouration.
Optimal Parameters
Alkalinity (dKH): 8–11
Calcium (Ca): 420–460 ppm
Magnesium (Mg): 1300–1400 ppm
Nitrate (NO3): 2–10 ppm
Phosphate (PO4): 0.01–0.05 ppm
Placement
Place in shaded or low-light sections of your aquascape. Ensure gentle, indirect flow and avoid nearby aggressive species. As an encrusting coral, it prefers a flat or vertical rock surface to spread naturally.
🌸✨ Delicate Glow, Designer Appeal – With its rare pink-and-white combo, the WWC Peppermint Cyphastrea is a peaceful standout that softens and brightens your reef in all the right places.