Lemon
(Psammocora )

Description

Vibrant Lemon Psammocora: A Hardy Reef Acclimation Jewel

Discover the striking beauty and resilience of the Lemon Psammocora, an easy-to-care-for SPS coral that brings vibrant color and unique texture to your aquarium.

Overview

The Lemon Psammocora, often called “Cat’s Paw Coral,” is a Small Polyp Stony (SPS) coral known for its vibrant yellow base and neon green growth edges. Its short, fuzzy tentacles give it a velvety appearance, and it grows in a captivating encrusting pattern, spreading across rockwork like a colorful, living carpet. This hardy coral is a fast grower once established, making it an excellent choice for filling in aquascape gaps and adding dynamic visual interest to your reef tank.

Care Level

Easy to moderate. The Lemon Psammocora is known for its hardiness and tolerance to minor fluctuations in water parameters, making it a forgiving SPS coral suitable for beginners venturing into more advanced reefkeeping. It is peaceful and does not pose a threat to other tank inhabitants.

Tank Essentials

Maintain stable water conditions with a temperature range of 23–27°C (74–80°F) and a pH of 8.1–8.4. Moderate, indirect water flow is ideal to prevent detritus buildup while avoiding direct stress on the coral. Aim for a salinity of 1.024–1.026.

Diet

While primarily photosynthetic, the Lemon Psammocora benefits from supplemental feeding. Offer small, high-quality marine foods such as mysis shrimp or coral pellets 2–3 times per week to encourage growth and enhance coloration.

Why Buy From Us

At Corais de Vidro, we offer healthy, aquacultured Lemon Psammocora frags, carefully selected for their vibrant coloration and robust health. We ensure ethical sourcing and provide expert advice to help you succeed in your reefkeeping journey.

• Scientific Name: Psammocora sp.
• Common Name / Variant: Lemon Psammocora
• Maximum Size: [data unavailable]
• Origin: Aquacultured
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 23–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Mid-to-bottom

Add this vibrant Lemon Psammocora to your reef aquarium today!