The Green Candy Cane or Trumpet Coral is a beautiful and beginner-friendly Large Polyp Stony (LPS) coral known for its bright green coloration and rounded, trumpet-shaped polyps. Its vibrant color and easy-care nature make it a popular choice for both new reef keepers and experienced hobbyists looking to add a classic coral to their aquarium.
When fully expanded, the fleshy polyps create a stunning display as they gently sway with the current. Candy Cane Corals can form impressive colonies over time, with each head growing larger and new heads developing as the colony matures.
This coral thrives in stable reef conditions with moderate lighting and gentle to moderate water flow. While it receives energy through photosynthesis, it also benefits from occasional feedings of mysis shrimp, reef pellets, or other small coral foods to encourage growth.
Quick Facts:
– Coral Type: Large Polyp Stony (LPS) – Caulastrea species
– Common Names: Candy Cane Coral, Trumpet Coral
– Care Level: Easy
– Lighting: Moderate
– Water Flow: Low to Moderate
– Placement: Middle to lower areas of the aquarium
– Diet: Primarily photosynthetic; benefits from occasional supplemental feeding
– Reef Safe: Yes
– Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
– Growth Form: Branching colony with trumpet-shaped heads
Care Tips:
– Maintain stable calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium levels for healthy skeleton growth.
– Avoid strong direct flow that prevents the polyps from fully expanding.
– Allow space between colonies, as they can extend feeding tentacles at night.
The Green Candy Cane Trumpet Coral is an excellent addition for reef hobbyists looking for a hardy, colorful, and rewarding LPS coral that will continue to grow and add beauty to their reef aquarium.
