Green Petals Alveopora

About this coral

Green Petals Alveopora is an LPS “flowerpot” coral in the genus Alveopora, prized for long, flowing, petal-like polyps that extend and ripple with the current. In a reef aquarium, it’s a striking centerpiece for adding movement and texture—especially in lower-to-mid tank placement where the polyps can fully extend. Group care guidance below is for Alveopora/flowerpot corals in general, since named morph traits may vary.

Features:

• Produces flowing, flowerpetal-style polyp extension that moves with the water flow.
• Considered moderate-care among reefkeepers, often described as more forgiving than Goniopora when kept in stable conditions.
• Best results come from low-to-moderate lighting and gentle, indirect flow to avoid retraction.
• Place where it can extend naturally—lower to mid tank, on sand bed or stable rockwork, with room for polyp spread.
• Peaceful and generally compatible with most reef-safe community setups, since it lacks strong sweeper tentacles.
• Can benefit from supplemental feeding even though it relies on photosynthesis; fine foods can improve health and extension.
• Keep reef parameters stable and avoid frequent stressors like sudden light changes.

Specifications:

• Coral group: Alveopora (flowerpot coral), LPS
• Care level (general): Moderate
• Lighting: Low to moderate; ideal PAR ~80–150 (avoid sudden increases in light)
• Water flow: Low to moderate, indirect/gentle movement (avoid strong direct flow)
• Placement: Lower to mid tank; sand bed or stable rockwork
• Feeding (optional supplemental): About 1–2 times per week; accepts fine foods such as phytoplankton and “reef roids,” and can be broadcast or gently target-fed
• Water quality note: Maintain stable alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium