pulsing xenia

[teog]

I got some pulsing xenia one week ago and they seemed fine for a few days...Within the last 24-48 hours they stopped pulsing...is this normal?

 

[10k]

I've never had mine STOP pulsing...Hmmm... Do you add Iodine? They need it bad. I even squirt it (diluted) directly on the colony. What kind of current is it in? I can see it stopping in a stronger current. Why work at pulsing, when you don't have to. What lighting setup do you have. They really need bright light too.. Just throwing some things at you..HTH

 

[adrian]

Have you checked your alkalinity and pH? As mentioned they require good lighting and a good current. I have often seen Xenia stop pulsing, but it usually happens in situations where there is not enough light or the alkalinity has fallen. HTH

 

[blondenaso1]

If have heard that they like a little lower pH like maybe around 8.0. Can anyone support this? I am trying to fing the right conditions for mine now.

 

[lotr_clown]

actually, i think it is that they like higher pH above 8.2.

 

[nm reef]

Stable alkalinity(2.8-3.5 meg/l)...moderate current...ph around 8.3...and moderate to intense lighting and they will grow like crazy. I'd look at the levels and location of yours and maybe adjust their environment a bit. These are for the most part very hardy and quick growers in the proper situation. Good luck.....