Can Xenia handle high flow?

pom pom xenia actually prefers higher flow but adapts well to most conditions. If you did a comparrison and put a frag in high flow and low flow you will notice much faster and more dense growth from the high flow. You will also notice that it will grow toward the flow not away from it.

Are pulsing Xenia easy to keep?

The pulsing xenia coral is a popular, fast-growing, easy to frag soft corals species. This easy to care for coral gets its name because of the rhythmic pulsing action of the coral polyps that look like a hand opening and closing.

Why can’t I keep pulsing Xenia?

Pulsing Xenia in the Aquarium Some aquarists cannot keep them alive while others grow them so well that they become invasive in the tank. Usually this is because one’s tank actually may be too specialized for xenia.

How do you acclimate pulsing Xenia?

I use a drip acclimation over about two hours then put back in bag and set in tank to acclimate temp. Xenia is pretty tough and can withstand a lot. I bad acclimated the temp for 20 minutes and then put it a HOT plastic fish keeper and added small amounts of tank water via small cup for 1 hour.

What fish will eat Xenia?

The only fish I have had that will eat Xenia but mostly leave other stuff alone is the yellow pyramid butterfly. They’re a pretty feisty fish and shouldn’t be bothered by your scopas.

Does pulsing Xenia Palytoxin?

there is NO palytoxin in Xenia! You are perfectly safe if you happen to have this pulsating monster overgrowing your reef tank. But, please, do be mindful of any Palythoa that might be growing nearby, as that one can cause you quite a bit of trouble.

Can you dip pulsing Xenia?

I dipped some pulsing xenia in Coral RX two days ago and it’s doing fine now. Not as tall as it was at the store but it’s working on it. All hands are open and most of them are pulsing.

What colors do pulsing Xenia come in?

They can be cream, white brown, ivory and light green. The color is uniform with just a little contrast between the stalks and polyps. The polyps can contract considerably but do not retract inside the coral.

Is pulsing Xenia invasive?

Pulsing Xenia can look fabulous, but at the same time it can become invasive, attaining weed-like status in many aquariums. It can shade out other sessile invertebrates and outcompete them for space, but studies have shown that xeniids also emit toxic (‘allelopathic’) chemicals which can harm neighbouring corals.

What do Xenia coral eat?

Xenia get most of their energy from the products of photosynthesis by their zooxanthellae (symbiotic dinoflagellate algae that live in their tissues). They are not thought to feed on particulate foods, though they are known to absorb dissolved organic compounds from the water.

What do you need to know about Xenia corals?

Xenia corals are a photosynthetic soft marine coral in the family Xeniidae. It is moderately easy to care for. It all depends on proper handling procedures. If you find Xenia for sale, make sure it is tank raised. Aquacultured Xenia, is much hardier than wild harvested species and will bounce back much easier after shipping.

Why are pom pom Xenia good for aquaculture?

Aquacultured Xenia are hardier than wild-caught species and tend to reproduce quickly. Therefore, provide adequate space between them and sessile animals, especially other types of soft corals.

What do you need to know about Xenia mushrooms?

If you find Xenia for sale, make sure it is tank raised. Aquacultured Xenia, is much hardier than wild harvested species and will bounce back much easier after shipping. Xenia resembles a mushroom, with “arms” coming out from the top that end in many-fingered “hands”.

Why do pom pom Xenia corals pulse?

The eight-tentacled polyps can pump, or pulse, and many scientists believe the pumping action of the polyps slowly opening and closing is designed to dispose of gasses and waste. However, it is still unknown why these coral do pulse, and there are many water, lighting and nutrient factors involved.