X’mas Tree Soft Coral
(Capnella imbricata)

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Vibrant Christmas Tree Coral (*Capnella imbricata*) – A Reef Starter!

Add graceful movement and lush, tree-like beauty to your reef with the resilient Christmas Tree Coral. An ideal soft coral for beginners, it thrives with minimal fuss.

Overview

The Christmas Tree Coral, a striking variant of the *Capnella imbricata*, captivates with its arboreal structure and often vibrant green to brown coloration, enhanced by numerous small polyps that extend to create a soft, “fuzzy” appearance. These peaceful soft corals sway gently with the current, bringing a dynamic elegance to your aquatic display. Known for their robust nature, they are an excellent choice to establish a lively foundation in your home reef aquarium.

Care Level

Considered very easy to care for, the Christmas Tree Coral is perfect for beginner aquarists. While generally peaceful, it can release allelopathic compounds, so ensure adequate spacing from other corals and employ activated carbon in your filtration to maintain water quality for all inhabitants.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 100 litres is recommended to accommodate this fast-growing soft coral. Provide moderate water flow to keep it clean and encourage natural movement, along with moderate lighting to maintain its vibrant coloration. Position it in the mid to lower sections of your rockwork, allowing room for growth.

Diet

Primarily photosynthetic, the Christmas Tree Coral derives most of its energy from the symbiotic zooxanthellae algae within its tissues. However, it will also benefit from occasional supplemental feedings of phytoplankton or other small planktonic foods.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Christmas Tree coral online from Corais de Vidro, you receive healthy, ethically sourced specimens. Our responsible practices ensure each coral is acclimated and thriving, ready to flourish in your aquarium. We prioritize humane shipping and support you with expert advice for successful, long-term coral care.

• Scientific Name: *Capnella imbricata*
• Common Name / Variant: Christmas Tree Coral
• Maximum Size: 30–60 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific (often captive-bred)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• Lifespan: Several years
• Swimming Zone: Mid | Bottom

Bring the enchanting movement of the Christmas Tree Coral to your reef today!