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Red Pulsing Xenia

Name: Red Pulsing Xenia
Brand: Coral Stop
Price: 99.99 USD
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Care Requirements

Care Level

Care Level: Easy

Lighting

Pulsing Xenia (Xenia spp.) Lighting Requirements: Low to Moderate

Water Flow

Water Flow: Low to Moderate

Placement

Placement: Lower to Middle Levels

Temperament

Temperament: Peaceful, but Fast-Spreading

Almost WYSIWYG — You'll receive a coral frag similar in size, shape, and quality to the coral pictured. Exact appearance may vary. This is not the exact frag pictured.

The Red Pulsing Xenia Coral is a rare and highly sought-after color variation of the classic Pulsing Xenia, featuring beautiful reddish-pink coloration and delicate, feathery polyps that rhythmically open and close in a mesmerizing pulsing motion. Its uncommon red coloration makes it a unique addition to any soft coral collection, while its rapid growth and constant movement bring incredible visual interest to the reef aquarium. Each frag will contain 1–2 stalks mounted on an approximately 3/4" frag plug.

Pulsing Xenia (Xenia spp.)

Lighting Requirements: Low to Moderate

Water Flow: Low to Moderate

Care Level: Easy

Placement: Lower to Middle Levels

Temperament: Peaceful, but Fast-Spreading

Pulsing Xenia is a popular soft coral known for its distinctive pulsing behavior, where its feathery polyps repeatedly open and close independently of the aquarium's water movement. Its soft pink and lavender coloration, combined with its constant rhythmic motion, makes it a fascinating addition to reef aquariums.

Pulsing Xenia thrives under low to moderate lighting and prefers low to moderate water flow, allowing its natural pulsing movement to remain visible. These corals are primarily photosynthetic and generally do not require supplemental feeding. They benefit from stable water parameters and the presence of some dissolved nutrients, as extremely nutrient-poor conditions can negatively affect their growth.

Known for its hardiness and rapid growth under suitable conditions, Pulsing Xenia is a great choice for both beginner and experienced reef keepers. Although generally peaceful, it can spread quickly across neighboring rocks and compete for space with other corals. Many hobbyists prefer keeping Pulsing Xenia on isolated rock structures to help control its growth and prevent it from spreading throughout the aquarium.