Kenya Tree Coral
Capnella sp.Gray, 1869Genus
Tree-like branching soft coral. Extremely hardy and prolific. Branches drop naturally to form new colonies.
Names & Synonyms
- CommonKenya Tree Coral
- Commonケニアツリーコーラル
- SynonymParanephthya
Overview
Kenya tree coral (genus Capnella, family Nephtheidae) is named for its abundance along the Kenyan coast of East Africa. Its tree-like branching silhouette is densely covered in small white to cream polyps. Found on reef slopes and walls from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific, it is one of the hardiest soft corals available to hobbyists, thriving under low to moderate lighting (50–150 PAR) and low to moderate flow. This species propagates prolifically—branches that detach naturally settle and form new colonies, and intentional fragging is equally effortless. Its tolerance for imperfect water quality makes it ideal for new reef tanks.
Care Specifications
| Type | Soft coral |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24〜27℃ |
| Specific gravity | 1.023〜1.025 |
| Salinity | 33〜35 ppt |
| KH (carbonate hardness) | 8〜12 dKH |
| Lighting | Medium |
| Water flow | Medium |
| Placement | Any |
Care Points
- Lighting—Low to moderate sufficient
- Flow—Low to moderate
- Growth—Extremely prolific growth
- Water Quality—Tolerant of water quality changes
- Notes—Can become invasive and difficult to control
Regulatory & Conservation
- Notes:
- 八放サンゴ(Capnella, Nephtheidae=ケニアツリー)。ソフトコーラル=CITES 非掲載。
Sources
- AlgaeBarn: SPS/LPS/soft care(careSpec)
- AlgaeBarn: Water Parameters 101(careSpec)
- DOC NZ / CITES-listed corals(掲載科に Nephtheidae 含まず)(regulatory)
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