Splitting Banana Grail Torch
Typical needs for this coral type. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with a Living Centerpiece Worth Coveting
Looking for the rarest torch coral money can buy? The Splitting Banana Grail Torch is one of the most sought-after Euphyllia in the hobby — distinguished by its rich, warm gold-to-chartreuse tentacles with bright, luminous tips that seem to glow under reef lighting. This is not a coral you stumble across. It earns its "Grail" designation for a reason, and the fact that this colony is actively splitting means you're acquiring multiplying value, not just a single showpiece.
Torch corals are renowned for their long, swaying tentacles that give any saltwater aquarium an almost hypnotic, flowing energy. As this specimen continues to split, you'll watch new heads emerge over time — a genuinely rewarding experience for intermediate and advanced reef keepers alike. Euphyllia also develop recognizable feeding responses and personality, making them one of the most engaging corals to keep in a home aquarium.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Splitting Banana Grail Torch Coral
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Current Size: Multi-head splitting colony (contact us for current head count)
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Care Level: Moderate (consistent water chemistry is essential)
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive (sweeper tentacles extend at night — provide adequate spacing)
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Diet: Photosynthetic; benefits from target feeding with meaty foods such as mysis or reef roids 1–2x weekly
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution (keep clear of neighboring corals)
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Water Conditions: 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026, pH 8.1–8.3, dKH 8–10, moderate lighting and moderate flow
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every coral at The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our systems until it's actively feeding and showing strong polyp extension — so what arrives at your door is a proven, healthy specimen ready to thrive in your reef tank.