Greenland Lobophyllia

About this coral

Greenland Lobophyllia is an LPS (large polyp stony) coral in the Lobophyllia “brain/lobo” group, valued for its fleshy, meaty polyps and for adding movement and texture to a reef aquarium. This coral is typically used as a centerpiece or lower-tank “LPS zone” coral where it can extend comfortably under low-to-moderate lighting and gentle, indirect water flow. Group-level care guidance is provided below, since named “color morph” or trade names may not map to a separate species with a unique care sheet.

Features:

• Fleshy, large-polyp LPS form with a “brain/lobo” look (group-level).
• Best kept in low-to-moderate light so polyps extend and tissue stays comfortable. ([eastwoodaquarium.com.au](https://eastwoodaquarium.com.au/coral-profiles/lobophyllia?utm_source=openai))
• Prefers gentle, indirect flow—avoid strong currents that can irritate tissue. ([eastwoodaquarium.com.au](https://eastwoodaquarium.com.au/coral-profiles/lobophyllia?utm_source=openai))
• Placement in the lower tank / near sand bed or low rock is commonly recommended for this group. ([saltwateraquariumblog.com](https://www.saltwateraquariumblog.com/lobophyllia-coral-care/?utm_source=openai))
• Benefits from occasional feeding with appropriately sized foods placed on/near the coral. ([ornamentalfish.org](https://ornamentalfish.org/wp-content/uploads/Corals-LPS.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Help it acclimate gradually when adjusting lighting or placement to reduce stress. ([aquariumservicesofcharlotte.com](https://aquariumservicesofcharlotte.com/lobophyllia-symphyllia/?utm_source=openai))

Specifications:

• Care level (general): Beginner-friendly to intermediate (LPS husbandry), provided light/flow are kept gentle and water quality remains stable. ([eastwoodaquarium.com.au](https://eastwoodaquarium.com.au/coral-profiles/lobophyllia?utm_source=openai))
• Lighting (general guidance): Low to moderate light (commonly discussed as a lower-demand LPS lighting zone). ([eastwoodaquarium.com.au](https://eastwoodaquarium.com.au/coral-profiles/lobophyllia?utm_source=openai))
• Water flow (general guidance): Gentle to moderate, indirect flow. ([eastwoodaquarium.com.au](https://eastwoodaquarium.com.au/coral-profiles/lobophyllia?utm_source=openai))
• Placement (general guidance): Lower tank: sand bed or bottom/low rock with elbow room and indirect flow. ([saltwateraquariumblog.com](https://www.saltwateraquariumblog.com/lobophyllia-coral-care/?utm_source=openai))
• Diet (general guidance): Heterotrophic feeding with appropriately sized meaty foods placed near the coral (feeding can be a useful supplement for LPS). ([ornamentalfish.org](https://ornamentalfish.org/wp-content/uploads/Corals-LPS.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Feeding cadence (general guidance): A starting point is feeding about twice a week, adjusting based on tank conditions and coral response. ([ornamentalfish.org](https://ornamentalfish.org/wp-content/uploads/Corals-LPS.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Temperature (general reef guideline): ~76–83°F (24–28°C). ([hannainst.com](https://www.hannainst.com/hubfs/006-finished-content/Aquarium/Saltwater-Aquarium-Water-Parameters-Guidelines-1.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Salinity (general reef guideline): ~1.023–1.026 specific gravity. ([hannainst.com](https://www.hannainst.com/hubfs/006-finished-content/Aquarium/Saltwater-Aquarium-Water-Parameters-Guidelines-1.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Alkalinity (general reef guideline): ~8–12 dKH. ([hannainst.com](https://www.hannainst.com/hubfs/006-finished-content/Aquarium/Saltwater-Aquarium-Water-Parameters-Guidelines-1.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Calcium (general reef guideline): ~380–450 ppm. ([hannainst.com](https://www.hannainst.com/hubfs/006-finished-content/Aquarium/Saltwater-Aquarium-Water-Parameters-Guidelines-1.pdf?utm_source=openai))
• Magnesium (general reef guideline): ~1,250–1,350 ppm. ([hannainst.com](https://www.hannainst.com/hubfs/006-finished-content/Aquarium/Saltwater-Aquarium-Water-Parameters-Guidelines-1.pdf?utm_source=openai))