Capnella

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Introduction

Capnella A very hardy coral. Extremely easy to propagate. Grows in a branching pattern similar to a tree in shape. Color is typically pink to brown. This coral under the right conditions can grow very fast. A great coral for beginners. Suitable for Nano reefs.

Common Names

Tree Coral, Kenya Tree

Scientific Names

Capnella sp.

Hardiness

Easy

Flow

Low to High but does best with a moderate flow.

Lighting

Low, medium, high - feel free to expand

Placement

Any

Feeding

Gets most of it's energy from photosynthesis via zooxanthellae

Propagation

Can be fragged with ease.

Aggression

Low, medium, high, special notes

Availability

readily available

Other Issues

Common diseases, predators, or other notes on the coral