Dragon Soul Torch
Dragon Soul Torch
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Description
Description
Dragon Soul Torch Coral Frag
The Dragon Soul Torch is a premium Euphyllia coral renowned for its fiery colour palette and flowing, high-energy movement. Featuring vibrant orange to gold tentacles with contrasting green bases and glowing tips, this torch coral delivers exceptional fluorescence and an unmistakable statement presence in any reef display.
Highly sought after for its intensity and movement, the Dragon Soul Torch is a standout centrepiece for LPS-dominant and mixed reef systems alike.
Natural Habitat & Distribution
Torch corals (Euphyllia glabrescens) are found throughout the Indo-Pacific, including:
Indonesia
Australia (Great Barrier Reef)
Fiji and Tonga
The Philippines
They naturally inhabit sheltered reef slopes and lagoon environments with moderate lighting and gentle to moderate water movement.
A Brief History
Dragon Soul torches rose to popularity as collectors sought brighter, warmer-toned Euphyllia with extreme fluorescence. Advances in LED lighting further enhanced their fiery hues, cementing Dragon Soul as one of the most desirable torch morphs in the hobby.
Appearance & Growth
Classed as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, the Dragon Soul Torch features:
Long, flowing tentacles
Fiery orange and gold coloration
Strong fluorescence under blue lighting
Excellent extension in stable systems
Growth is moderate, with heads splitting over time under optimal conditions.
Placement & Lighting
Dragon Soul Torch performs best under moderate lighting.
Lighting: Medium
Best placed in the mid to lower areas of the aquarium
Excessive light may cause retraction or colour fade
Flow Requirements
Provide gentle to moderate, indirect flow.
Tentacles should sway naturally
Avoid strong, direct flow which can damage tissue
Water Chemistry
Stable reef parameters are essential. Maintain consistent levels of:
Calcium
Alkalinity
Magnesium
Alongside stable salinity and temperature. Regular testing and water changes are recommended.
Feeding
While photosynthetic, this torch coral benefits from occasional feeding:
Mysis shrimp
Brine shrimp
LPS-specific coral foods
Feeding once or twice weekly can support growth and colour intensity.
Temperament & Spacing
Torch corals are aggressive and possess long sweeper tentacles.
Allow generous spacing from neighbouring corals
Avoid placing near other Euphyllia or delicate species
Frag Size & Natural Variation
Frag Size: Typically 1 head
As a natural coral, colour intensity and tentacle length may vary slightly between pieces and depending on tank conditions.
Care Summary
Care Level: Moderate
Flow: Low–Medium
Lighting: Medium
Temperament: Aggressive
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