Candy canes do not require much in the way of lighting. Medium to low lighting is a safer bet than the possibility of overexposure under lighting that is too intense. They maintain consistent coloration regardless of the type of lighting provided.

Moderate water movement is recommended for this coral. LPS like candy canes appreciate enough flow to bring them food and take away film and mucus on the coral, but it is important to not blast them too hard with flow.

Like many other LPS, candy cane corals can be fed a mix of meaty foods such as mysis or krill. Candy canes open up and extend feeding tentacles when they detect food in the water.