Genus
Common name: Symphyllia Corals
Scientific name: Symphyllia
Symphyllia corals, often referred to as Brain Corals, are a genus of large polyp stony corals (LPS) known for their colorful and meandering ridges that resemble a brain's surface. These corals are appreciated for their hardiness and the dynamic aesthetic they bring to reef aquariums. They thrive in moderate lighting and water flow, and benefit from occasional feeding of meaty foods. Symphyllia species form symbiotic relationships with zooxanthellae, which assist in their nutrition through photosynthesis.