Blue Flower Goni

About this coral

Blue Flower Goni is a type of flowerpot coral (often sold under “goniopora”/“flowerpot” names) for reef aquariums, typically chosen for its showy, flowing polyp tentacles. In practice, it’s a stony coral that benefits from stable saltwater chemistry and regular small particulate/plankton-style feeding so its polyps can extend and capture food.

Features:

• Displays flowing polyp tentacles typical of flowerpot/goniopora-style corals.
• Best kept with moderate, indirect-style water movement (enough to keep detritus away without blasting the tissue). ([reefchasers.com](https://reefchasers.com/blogs/reef-chasers-coral-care-guide/goniopora-coral-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Generally prefers moderate lighting rather than intense, direct light exposure. ([reefcultureco.com](https://reefcultureco.com/pages/goniopora-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Performs best when offered small foods delivered to/near the polyps in addition to light (planktonic nutrition is commonly recommended). ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/goniopora-flowerpot-coral-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Use with compatible reef tank mates, and aim for stable water conditions to reduce stress and polyp retraction. ([reefchasers.com](https://reefchasers.com/blogs/reef-chasers-coral-care-guide/goniopora-coral-care-guide?utm_source=openai))

Specifications:

• Coral group (general guidance): Flowerpot coral / Goniopora-style LPS (group-level care). ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goniopora?utm_source=openai))
• Water flow: Moderate, indirect/gentle flow; avoid strong blasts. ([reefchasers.com](https://reefchasers.com/blogs/reef-chasers-coral-care-guide/goniopora-coral-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Lighting (general guidance): Low-to-medium to moderate lighting range. ([reefcultureco.com](https://reefcultureco.com/pages/goniopora-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Diet: Planktonic and fine particulate foods; commonly recommended to spot/target feed small foods near the polyps (in addition to light). ([marineconceptsupply.com](https://www.marineconceptsupply.com/blogs/news/goniopora-flowerpot-coral-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Temperature: About 74–83°F (23–28°C) are reported ranges for goniopora care. ([tfhmagazine.com](https://www.tfhmagazine.com/articles/saltwater/goniopora-stokesi?utm_source=openai))
• Salinity: About 34–36 PSU (or SG ~1.024–1.026). ([toms-korallen.de](https://toms-korallen.de/en/korallen-lexikon/goniopora/?utm_source=openai))
• pH: About 8.0–8.4 (reported ranges for goniopora and saltwater parameters). ([signaturefrags.com](https://signaturefrags.com/pages/goniopora-alveopora-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Alkalinity: About 8–11 dKH (general guidance ranges reported for goniopora). ([aquariumsource.com](https://www.aquariumsource.com/goniopora-coral/?utm_source=openai))
• Calcium: About 400–450 ppm. ([aquariumsource.com](https://www.aquariumsource.com/goniopora-coral/?utm_source=openai))
• Magnesium: About 1,250–1,400 ppm. ([signaturefrags.com](https://signaturefrags.com/pages/goniopora-alveopora-care-guide?utm_source=openai))