Leptoseris

Names & Synonyms

• CommonLeptoseris
• Commonレプトセリス

Overview

Leptoseris is a genus of plating stony corals (family Agariciidae) native to deeper reef zones of the Indo-Pacific, typically found at 10–100 m depth. Their thin, calcite laminae spread in light-harvesting formations and display subdued tones of brown, green, purple, and pink—some specimens exhibiting striking fluorescence under actinic light. Their deep-water origin grants exceptional tolerance for low light, making them among the rare SPS corals that thrive at 50–150 PAR. Gentle to moderate indirect flow is preferred; direct turbulent flow can damage the delicate skeleton. Stable parameters (24–26°C, KH 8–9, Ca 400–440 ppm) are essential. Growth is slow, and fragging requires care due to plate fragility, placing Leptoseris firmly in the intermediate-to-advanced category.

Care Specifications

Care Points

• Lighting—低光量で育つ珍しいSPS
• Notes—水流は弱〜中程度
• Housing—水槽の下部や影になる場所に配置
• Lighting—強い光は白化の原因になる
• Growth—ゆっくり成長する

Regulatory & Conservation

CITES:

Appendix II

Notes:

イシサンゴ目(Leptoseris, Agariciidae)。CITES 附属書II。

Sources

• AlgaeBarn: SPS/LPS care (PAR/flow)(careSpec)
• AlgaeBarn: Water Parameters 101(careSpec)
• DOC NZ / CITES-listed corals (Scleractinia spp. = App. II)(regulatory)
• Wikipedia(detail)

Related corals of the same type

Blue Coralアオサンゴ（ヘリオポラ）spsIntermediateThe only octocoral with a solid blue skeleton. Taxonomically unique and hardy, but CITES Appendix II — handle with care.Astreoporaアストレオポラ（スターコーラル）SPSBeginnerA massive SPS in the Acropora family. Named for star-shaped scattered corallites; a hardy entry-level SPS.AnacroporaアナクロポラSPSIntermediateA branching SPS related to Acropora but lacking axial corallites, forming slender delicate branches with pastel coloration.IsoporaイソポラSPSIntermediateA branching-to-encrusting SPS formerly placed in Acropora. Bearing multiple axial corallites, it is hardier and easier than Acropora.CoscinaraeaコスキナラエアSPSBeginnerA hardy coral related to Psammocora with a rough texture. Encrusting, with wide tolerance of light and flow.Hydnophora (Horn Coral)コモンサンゴspsIntermediateCoral with dense small bumps (hydnophores) on surface. Between LPS and SPS in care. Fast-growing with beautiful fluorescent green. Aggressive — careful placement needed.

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