Electric Daisy Stylocoeniella

(Stylocoeniella spp.)

• Lighting: Moderate–high (80–200 PAR); colors pop best under blue spectrum.

• Flow: Moderate–high; prefers strong, turbulent flow to keep tissue clean and healthy.

• Water Parameters:

  • Temp: 76–80°F

  • Salinity: 1.025–1.026

  • Alkalinity: 8–9.5 dKH

  • Calcium: 400–450 ppm

  • Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm

  • Nitrate: 5–15 ppm

  • Phosphate: 0.03–0.08 ppm

• Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; may accept fine powdered foods but feeding isn’t required.

• Placement: Rockwork in moderate–high flow/light zones; grows encrusting plates over surfaces.

• Aggression: Low; generally peaceful, won’t sting neighbors.

• Difficulty: Moderate; hardy once settled, but slower-growing compared to other encrusters.