Green Soft Leather
(Sarcophyton spp.)

Description

Green Soft Leather Coral: A Vibrant and Hardy Reef Jewel

Introduce a splash of lush green to your marine aquascape with the resilient and captivating Green Soft Leather Coral. Perfect for adding natural movement and vibrant texture.

Overview

The Green Soft Leather Coral (Sarcophyton spp.) is a beloved soft coral, instantly recognizable by its distinctive mushroom-like shape and leathery texture. Its broad, often ruffled cap is adorned with numerous polyps that extend to create a dynamic, swaying display, showcasing shades of vibrant green. These corals grow from a sturdy stalk, gradually developing a folded appearance as they mature. Sarcophyton corals periodically shed a waxy layer, a natural cleaning process that keeps them healthy and vibrant.

Care Level

Considered easy to care for, the Green Soft Leather Coral is an excellent choice for beginner and experienced aquarists alike. While generally peaceful, they can release allelopathic compounds, so ensure ample space between them and other corals, and use activated carbon in your filtration.

Tank Essentials

A minimum tank size of 150 litres is recommended to accommodate their potential growth, as these corals can become quite large. Maintain stable water parameters: pH 8.1-8.4, temperature 24-27°C, and specific gravity 1.024-1.026. Provide moderate to strong water flow to aid in shedding and nutrient delivery.

Diet

Primarily photosynthetic, the Green Soft Leather Coral derives most of its energy from the zooxanthellae residing in its tissues. Supplement their diet occasionally with marine plankton, phytoplankton, or other liquid coral foods to promote optimal health and growth.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Green Soft Leather Coral online from us, you receive healthy, responsibly sourced specimens. We prioritize ethical practices and ensure proper acclimation and shipping protocols for every order, delivering vibrant healthy aquarium fish and corals to your door.

• Scientific Name: Sarcophyton spp.
• Common Name / Variant: Green Soft Leather
• Maximum Size: 60 cm wide
• Origin: Indo-Pacific
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 24–27°C
• Lifespan: [data unavailable]
• Swimming Zone: Bottom to Mid

Add a resilient and beautiful Green Soft Leather Coral to your reef aquarium today!