Bright Banana Torch Coral
Typical needs for this coral type. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with a Glowing Centerpiece That Demands Attention
Looking for a showstopper with serious color payoff? The Bright Banana Torch (Euphyllia glabrescens) is one of the most sought-after LPS corals in the hobby — its vivid yellow-gold tentacles with bright white or neon tips radiate an almost fluorescent glow under reef lighting. This particular morph is a cut above the standard torch, offering that rich banana-yellow coloration that collectors actively hunt down. It's a statement piece, full stop.
Torch corals are famously interactive, their long flowing tentacles swaying rhythmically with tank flow — adding movement and life to any reef tank in a way few other corals can match. They grow steadily under stable conditions, developing into impressive multi-head colonies over time that can be fragged and traded. Aquarists love them for their personality: they're bold, visible, and deeply satisfying to keep. A well-placed Bright Banana Torch becomes the focal point of any saltwater aquarium, year after year.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Bright Banana Torch Coral
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Current Size: Single to 2-head frag (approx. 1.5–2.5" polyp extension)
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Care Level: Moderate
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive — keep 6"+ away from neighboring corals
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Diet: Photosynthetic; benefits from weekly target feeding (mysis, reef roids, small meaty foods)
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution (stinging tentacles)
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Water Conditions: Temp 76–80°F | Salinity 1.025–1.026 | pH 8.1–8.3 | Alk 8–10 dKH | Calcium 400–450 ppm | Magnesium 1300–1450 ppm | Moderate flow, moderate lighting
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every specimen we ship from The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility until it's eating well, fully extended, and ready to thrive — so what arrives at your door is healthy, acclimated, and set up for long-term success in your home aquarium.