Can beginners keep this coral?

It is rated for advanced keepers, so it is hard to recommend for someone keeping their first coral. No long-term aquarium keeping has been reported, which limits the reference material available. It is safer to consider it after gaining coral-keeping experience.

How large does it grow?

Adults reach up to about 50 cm (Reeflex). Leave plenty of space in your tank with its future size in mind.

How long does it live?

Its lifespan is not well documented. Since no long-term aquarium keeping has been reported, there is no reliable number to give. Your daily observation notes can become valuable reference for future keeping.

Where does it live in the wild?

It ranges across reefs from the western Indian Ocean to the central Pacific, living on shallow reefs at depths of 1 to 20 meters. Because it lives in partnership with zooxanthellae, a well-lit environment is likely the basis of good care.

Is it listed under CITES?

Yes, it is listed in CITES Appendix II. For details about a specific colony, please also check the listing description.

Divaricate Leaf Coral

Divaricate Leaf Coral (Japanese name: Togari-shikoro-sango) is a member of the shikoro-sango group of reef corals, found from the western Indian Ocean to the central Pacific. It lives in partnership with zooxanthellae on shallow reefs at depths of 1 to 20 meters. Detailed information on its form and care is scarce, and no long-term aquarium keeping has been reported yet. It is rated for advanced keepers, its lifespan is not well documented, and adults can reach about 50 cm (Reeflex). For a species with this many unknowns, careful observation and good record-keeping are part of the appeal. Before bringing one home, read the seller's description and check the colony's condition closely.

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Divaricate Leaf Coral key facts

Care level: Advanced
Lifespan: Little data available
Size: Up to about 50 cm (Reeflex)
Temperature: 24〜27℃
Diet: Photosynthesis (zooxanthellae)
Lighting: It hosts zooxanthellae and lives on shallow reefs at 1-20 m (Reeflex). Start at moderate light and adjust by colour.
Flow & Placement: Little is published on its flow preference. Follow leafy Pavona in general and give moderate flow that keeps detritus from settling between plates.
Water Temperature & Quality: 24-27°C, salinity 33-35 ppt (SG 1.023-1.025); Reeflex gives 28°C as the upper limit.
Diet & Feeding: It relies on photosynthesis and dissolved nutrients (Reeflex); at most give fine particulate food sparingly.
Health & Cautions: No successful long-term keeping has been reported (Reeflex). It is hard to tell from similar Pavona, so treat the label as approximate and choose a healthy specimen.

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About Divaricate Leaf Coral

Divaricate Leaf Coral is a zooxanthellate coral from shallow reefs between the western Indian Ocean and the central Pacific. Rated for advanced keepers, it can reach about 50 cm. Here is what to know before bringing one home, plus common questions.

7 things to know before welcoming a Divaricate Leaf Coral

1For advanced keepers
Difficulty is rated for advanced keepers. It suits hobbyists with solid coral-keeping experience who are comfortable managing water quality and lighting. If you are new to corals, it is safer to build experience with more established species first.
2Limited track record
No long-term aquarium keeping has been reported yet, and detailed information on its form and care is scarce. That means there is no proven care method to follow. Plan to log how your own tank responds and adjust as you learn.
3Light and zooxanthellae
This coral lives in partnership with zooxanthellae on shallow reefs at depths of 1 to 20 meters, so a well-lit setup is likely the starting point. Adjust lighting intensity and placement gradually while watching how the colony responds.
4Stable water quality
As a reef species, it is best kept away from sudden swings in temperature, salinity, and nutrients. It is safer to bring one home only after your tank has matured and readings have settled. Make regular testing and note-taking a habit.
5Room to grow
Adults reach up to about 50 cm. Even if you start with a small colony, leave room in your tank size and aquascape for its future growth.
6Space from neighbors
In general, corals placed side by side can damage each other on contact. Because care information for this species is limited, leave generous spacing and watch how it settles before committing to a position.
7Acclimation and checks
Shipping is stressful for corals. On arrival, acclimate it carefully following the seller's guidance and check tissue condition and color every day. If anything looks off, consult the seller and keep a record of how it progressed.

Frequently asked questions about Divaricate Leaf Coral

Q.Can beginners keep this coral?: A.It is rated for advanced keepers, so it is hard to recommend for someone keeping their first coral. No long-term aquarium keeping has been reported, which limits the reference material available. It is safer to consider it after gaining coral-keeping experience.
Q.How large does it grow?: A.Adults reach up to about 50 cm (Reeflex). Leave plenty of space in your tank with its future size in mind.
Q.How long does it live?: A.Its lifespan is not well documented. Since no long-term aquarium keeping has been reported, there is no reliable number to give. Your daily observation notes can become valuable reference for future keeping.
Q.Where does it live in the wild?: A.It ranges across reefs from the western Indian Ocean to the central Pacific, living on shallow reefs at depths of 1 to 20 meters. Because it lives in partnership with zooxanthellae, a well-lit environment is likely the basis of good care.
Q.Is it listed under CITES?: A.Yes, it is listed in CITES Appendix II. For details about a specific colony, please also check the listing description.