Green Star Polyp Coral for Reef Tanks: Mint Green Hardy Soft Coral for Rockwork and Aquascape Coverage

Green Star Polyp Coral brings vivid mint-green color and gentle movement to a reef display as its star-shaped polyps extend from a spreading mat. It can cover rockwork or fill open areas, giving reef keepers a practical way to build a lively aquascape.

This hardy, fast-growing soft coral adapts to varied reef setups and suits hobbyists across experience levels. Stable water conditions, appropriate light, and steady indirect flow support its routine care.

Key Features

• Bright green, star-shaped polyps add a colorful focal point and natural swaying movement to the reef display.
• Its hardy, adaptable nature makes everyday care approachable for both newer and experienced reef keepers.
• A broad tolerance for light levels offers placement flexibility, while moderate lighting encourages steady growth without excessive intensity.
• Moderate to strong flow clears detritus from the mat and supports polyp extension; keeping that flow indirect prevents a forceful current from making the polyps retract.
• Fast mat-like growth covers rockwork and fills aquascape gaps efficiently. Isolating the coral on a separate rock or trimming it regularly keeps its spread manageable around neighboring corals.

Specifications

• Coral type: Soft coral.
• Scientific identification: Pachyclavularia spp.
• Growth form: Mat-like base with star-shaped polyps.
• Suitable lighting intensity: Low to high.
• Recommended PAR range: 50–150.
• Recommended water flow: Moderate to strong, steady, and indirect.
• Temperature range: 76–80°F.
• Salinity range: 1.024–1.026.
• Calcium range: 380–450 ppm.
• Alkalinity range: 8–12 dKH.
• Magnesium range: 1250–1350 ppm.
• Nitrate range: 5–20 ppm.
• Phosphate level: Below 0.10 ppm.
• Temperature acclimation: Float the sealed bag for 15–20 minutes.
• Recommended drip acclimation time: 30–45 minutes to mix aquarium water gradually with shipping water under stable conditions during transfer into the tank environment safely and steadily before final placement in reef system conditions for best adjustment care

Set this Green Star Polyp Coral on secure rockwork where steady indirect flow can move the polyps gently. Begin in lower light, increase exposure gradually over one to two weeks, and manage the spreading mat as the coral settles into your reef.