Indo Blue Stylo

About this coral

Indo Blue Stylo is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral from the “stylo” type group, sold under a named trade style rather than a verified scientific species name. In practice, it’s used as a centerpiece LPS coral for reef aquariums because its feeding polyps and branching growth form create a bold, textured look while also benefiting from strong lighting and stable water chemistry.

Features:

• Large polyps add visible texture and movement to the aquarium, especially when the coral is settled and feeding/expanding.
• LPS-style corals generally do best with moderate, consistent conditions and stable water parameters rather than sudden swings.
• Appropriate water flow helps keep detritus from settling on the coral’s surface without blasting it continuously.
• Under suitable lighting, it can rely on symbiotic photosynthesis as part of its energy budget.
• In many reef setups, gentle supplemental feeding (targeted to the polyp area) can help support overall condition.
• Because LPS can be sensitive to chemical and water-quality changes, it’s well suited to established reef systems.

Specifications:

• Coral category: LPS coral
• Lighting (general guidance): Moderate light for many stylo-type LPS; adjust gradually to avoid stress
• Water flow (general guidance): Moderate, indirect flow; avoid direct, high-velocity blasts
• Placement (general guidance): Use a stable spot in the aquascape with space for growth and good circulation around the polyps
• Temperature (general reef guidance): About 74–78 °F (23–26 °C)
• Salinity (general reef guidance): Reef salinity around 1.024–1.026 SG
• pH (general reef guidance): About 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity (general reef guidance): Roughly 3–5 meq/L
• Calcium (general reef guidance): Roughly 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium (general reef guidance): Roughly 1250–1350 ppm
• Diet (general guidance): Photosynthesis-based; occasional targeted feeding of appropriately sized meaty foods can support health