Snowflake Goni

About this coral

Snowflake Goni is an LPS “flowerpot” style coral from the goniopora group, prized for its long, flowing polyp appearance that can add gentle motion to the reef display. In practice, it’s a coral best used as a center-piece or movement coral on a stable rock/sand placement where its polyps can extend without being constantly obstructed. Because “Snowflake Goni” can be a named morph rather than a guaranteed species, the guidance below focuses on general Goniopora (flowerpot coral) care rather than unverified morph-specific traits.

Features:

• Long, flowing polyps that create a distinctive, “flowerpot” look when extended. Existing description preserved: “Flowerpot corals with beautiful flowing polyps.”
• Generally suited to experienced keepers who can provide stable water chemistry and consistent conditions. ([aquariumdomain.com](https://www.aquariumdomain.com/SpeciesProfiles/Corals/FlowerpotCoral.shtml?utm_source=openai))
• Tends to do best under low to moderate lighting and benefits from moderate, indirect flow rather than blasting currents. ([mantasystems.net](https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/goniopora?utm_source=openai))
• Often described as sensitive to disturbance, so placement stability and careful handling matter. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goniopora?utm_source=openai))
• A “stable tank” approach is recommended, with routine testing to keep key parameters steady. ([reefcultureco.com](https://reefcultureco.com/pages/goniopora-care-guide?utm_source=openai))

Specifications:

• Confirmed group (shop context + category): Goniopora (flowerpot coral) group guidance for “Snowflake Goni” (morph traits not verified).
• Care level (general): Difficult / for experienced aquarists. ([aquariumdomain.com](https://www.aquariumdomain.com/SpeciesProfiles/Corals/FlowerpotCoral.shtml?utm_source=openai))
• Light (general): Low to moderate light (example guidance: PAR ~80–150). ([mantasystems.net](https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/goniopora?utm_source=openai))
• Water flow (general): Moderate, indirect flow. ([mantasystems.net](https://www.mantasystems.net/a/blog/post/goniopora?utm_source=openai))
• Temperature (general): About 24–26 °C. ([toms-korallen.de](https://toms-korallen.de/en/korallen-lexikon/goniopora/?utm_source=openai))
• Salinity (general): About 34–35 PSU (refractometer recommended by some guides). ([toms-korallen.de](https://toms-korallen.de/en/korallen-lexikon/goniopora/?utm_source=openai))
• Alkalinity (general): About 7–9 dKH. ([toms-korallen.de](https://toms-korallen.de/en/korallen-lexikon/goniopora/?utm_source=openai))
• Calcium (general): About 410–450 mg/L. ([toms-korallen.de](https://toms-korallen.de/en/korallen-lexikon/goniopora/?utm_source=openai))
• Magnesium (general): About 1,250–1,400 mg/L. ([toms-korallen.de](https://toms-korallen.de/en/korallen-lexikon/goniopora/?utm_source=openai))