Trachyphyllia
(Trachyphyllia geoffroyi)

Description

Trachy Coral: Dazzling Open Brain for Your Reef

Bring vibrant life to your sandbed with the magnificent Open Brain Coral. Its rich colors and dramatic, fleshy polyps make it an irresistible centerpiece for any marine aquarium.

Overview

The Trachyphyllia geoffroyi, commonly known as the Open Brain Coral or Trachy Coral, boasts a captivating, convoluted appearance, resembling a brain when fully inflated. Available in an incredible array of fluorescent greens, reds, oranges, pinks, and multi-colored rainbows, this LPS coral inflates beautifully during the day. Each specimen is a unique, living sculpture, adding dynamic beauty and striking visual appeal to your aquatic display.

Care Level

Considered a beginner to intermediate LPS coral, the Trachy Coral is relatively hardy once acclimated to a stable reef system. It exhibits a peaceful to semi-aggressive temperament, possessing short sweeper tentacles, so ensure ample space from neighboring corals to prevent any issues.

Tank Essentials

A minimum of 150 litres is recommended for your Trachy Coral to thrive. It prefers placement on a soft sandbed in lower tank areas, receiving low to moderate, indirect water flow and lighting. Avoid rough rockwork or areas prone to detritus accumulation to protect its delicate tissues.

Diet

While primarily photosynthetic, the Trachy Coral greatly benefits from supplemental spot feeding 2-3 times per week. Offer meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, or LPS-specific coral foods, especially when its feeding tentacles are extended.

Why Buy From Us

When you buy Trachy Coral online from Corais de Vidro, you’re investing in healthy, responsibly sourced LPS corals. Our expert care ensures each specimen is robust and ready to flourish in your aquarium, guaranteeing a vibrant addition to your underwater world. Trust us for healthy aquarium fish and corals.

• Scientific Name: *Trachyphyllia geoffroyi*
• Common Name / Variant: Open Brain Coral / Trachy Coral
• Maximum Size: 20 cm
• Origin: Indo-Pacific (e.g., Red Sea, Australia, Indonesia)
• pH Range: 8.1–8.4
• Temperature: 24–28°C
• Lifespan: Many years (indeterminate, over 15 years reported)
• Swimming Zone: Bottom

Add a stunning Trachy Coral to your reef aquarium today!