Symphyllia (Australophyllia) wilsoni (Common)

Symphyllia, commonly known as the Closed Brain Coral, is a large-polyp stony (LPS) coral prized for its fleshy tissue, deep winding valleys, and intense coloration. Colonies can display a wide range of vivid colors, including bright greens, reds, oranges, pinks, blues, and purples, often combined in striking multi-color patterns with fluorescent streaks or contrasting mouths. Under actinic lighting, many specimens develop an intense glowing appearance, making Symphyllia a standout centerpiece in reef aquariums. Its broad, meandering structure and gentle tissue movement add both texture and visual depth to the reef.

Care in Aquariums:
• Lighting: Low to moderate
• Flow: Gentle to moderate, indirect
• Placement: Sandbed or lower rockwork; allow space from neighboring corals
• Feeding: Benefits from occasional meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or reef pellets