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The Pulsing Xenia Coral is also known as Pulse Coral, Pumping Xenia, Pom Pom Xenia or Waving Hand Coral. The are well-known for their constant pumping motion that adds interesting movement to your reef. They can grow fast once established so care should be taken when placing them on your reef structure.
The Coral Farm frags are mounted to a fired ceramic plug or piece of rubble rock that can be mounted to your live rock with super glue gel or epoxy. 
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Aquacultured Water Conditions 74-78° F, dKH 8-12, pH 8.0-8.4, sg 1.023-1.026 Placement All Lighting Low to Moderate Waterflow Medium to Strong |
If you're looking for an interesting addition to your reef tank, consider adding some Pulsing Xenia coral! These corals get their name from the fact that they pulse or move around constantly - it's a really cool sight to see.
Pulsing xenia coral can be found at depths of up to 60 feet (18 meters). They prefer lower light levels, so make sure to place them in an area with moderate-to-low lighting. They are fast growing corals and can reproduce quickly. It's popular for reefers to place them on an island to contain their growth to one location.
Pulsing xenia coral can be found at depths of up to 60 feet (18 meters). They prefer lower light levels, so make sure to place them in an area with moderate-to-low lighting. They are fast growing corals and can reproduce quickly. It's popular for reefers to place them on an island to contain their growth to one location.
Xenia is one of the easiest corals to propagate, too, so it's a great for beginners. Just cut off a small piece of the colony by separating them down low between individual stalks. Attach it to some rubble or live rock and watch as they grow into new colonies. They have graceful movement that makes them a great addition to any reef tank!