Golden Sparkle Symphyllia

About this coral

Golden Sparkle Symphyllia is an LPS (large polyp stony) coral from the genus Symphyllia. In an aquarium, it’s mainly used as a centerpiece “reef building” coral that can display fleshy, colorful polyps—often becoming more noticeable when lighting and flow are dialed in. Because Symphyllia is a photosynthetic LPS, it typically relies on aquarium light for much of its energy, while also benefiting from occasional supplemental feeding.

Features:

• LPS Symphyllia form a fleshy polyp display that many aquarists enjoy for texture and movement
• Moderate lighting can support photosynthesis while helping the coral maintain an attractive polyp display
• Gentle, indirect water flow helps deliver food and keeps detritus from settling on the polyps
• Best placed on stable rock so the polyps can extend without being constantly blasted by flow
• As an LPS coral, it usually benefits from small meaty foods in addition to its light-driven nutrition
• Works well in mixed reef-style aquariums where water quality stays consistent
• Provides a natural “coral garden” look alongside other LPS/SPS selections when given enough space to avoid contact

Specifications:

• Group: LPS coral (Symphyllia genus)
• Care level (general guidance): Moderate
• Light (general guidance): Moderate to bright indirect reef lighting
• Water flow (general guidance): Moderate, gentle/indirect flow
• Placement (general guidance): On stable live rock with space from aggressive neighbors
• Temperature: About 24–26°C
• Salinity: About 1.024–1.026 specific gravity
• pH: About 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: About 7–11 dKH
• Calcium: About 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: About 1250–1350 ppm