Chalice Coral (Echinophyllia aspera)

Coral in the family Caryophylliidae.

Chalice Coral

Quick facts

Scientific nameEchinophyllia aspera
FamilyCaryophylliidae
Minimum tank size30 gallons
Water parametersTemperature: 74-78°F pH: 8.1-8.3 Salinity: 1.023-1.026

Origin and habitat

Indo-Pacific from Indonesia and Philippines to the Great Barrier Reef and Solomon Islands, typically found in deeper reef slopes and caves.

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