Ultra Flower Anemone - Phymanthus crucifer | Vibrant and Hardy Anemone for Reef Tanks

The Ultra Flower Anemone (Phymanthus crucifer) is a stunning and easy-to-maintain anemone, prized for its vibrant colors and adaptability. Native to the tropical waters of the Western Atlantic and Caribbean, it features a brightly colored oral disc with mesmerizing patterns in shades of pink, red, orange, green, and fluorescent blue. Unlike larger anemones, it remains relatively compact and does not pose a significant threat to neighboring corals, making it an excellent addition to a well-established reef aquarium.

Key Benefits:

✔ Fluorescent and intense colors – Glows under actinic lighting.

✔ Easy to care for and hardy – Ideal for beginner and advanced reef aquarists.

✔ Compact size and non-invasive – Does not move excessively in the tank.

✔ Reef-safe with caution – Can coexist with corals and non-mobile invertebrates.

✔ Aids in natural filtration – Captures suspended particles for nutrition.

Technical Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Phymanthus crucifer

• Average Adult Size: 5-10 cm in diameter

• Origin: Caribbean, Western Atlantic

• Ideal Temperature: 24-28°C

• Salinity: 1.023 – 1.025

• pH: 8.1 – 8.4

• Lighting: Moderate to strong (reacts well to blue and UV spectrums)

• Water Flow: Moderate (avoid strong currents that may cause movement)

Care Instructions & Recommendations:

1️⃣ Compatibility: Suitable for reef tanks but may capture small fish or careless shrimp.

2️⃣ Feeding: Opportunistic carnivore, consumes plankton, mysis, brine shrimp, and small fish pieces.

3️⃣ Placement: Prefers a rocky or sandy area with moderate water flow.

4️⃣ Acclimation: Drip acclimation recommended to prevent stress.

5️⃣ Maintenance: Avoid placing near fast-growing corals that may overtake it.