Genus
Common name: Cauliflower Coral
Scientific name: Pocillopora
Pocillopora is a genus of stony corals known for their branching structures and nodular appearance, resembling cauliflower, which gives them one of their common names. They are fast-growing and come in a variety of colors, making them popular among reef aquarium enthusiasts. Pocillopora corals host a diverse range of symbiotic organisms, including zooxanthellae, which provide them with nutrients through photosynthesis. They require moderate to high lighting and water flow to thrive in captivity.
- Common name: Cauliflower coralScientific name: Pocillopora damicornis
- Common name: Cauliflower coralScientific name: Pocillopora elegans
- Common name: Cauliflower coralScientific name: Pocillopora eydouxi
- Common name: Cauliflower coralScientific name: Pocillopora meandrina
- Common name: Cauliflower coralScientific name: Pocillopora verrucosa