Saphire Blush Chalice

About this coral

Saphire Blush Chalice is an LPS (large polyp stony) coral from the chalice coral group, sold under that shop name to describe its look and form. Chalice corals are popular aquarium centerpiece corals because their fleshy tissue often shows distinct “eyes” (polyp centers) and bold coloration patterns. In practice, it’s used in reef aquariums to add depth, movement, and focal-point texture, and it’s typically kept where it can receive consistent reef lighting and water circulation while maintaining stable water chemistry.

Features:

• Chalice coral polyp structure is valued for its distinctive eye-like centers
• LPS format makes it well-suited to mixed reef aquascapes and focal layouts
• Generally benefits from moderate lighting rather than harsh, direct blast
• Prefers gentle-to-moderate water flow that helps deliver nutrients without constant strong blasting
• Best results usually come from stable, established reef conditions (rather than frequent swings)
• Often accepts supplemental meaty foods, which can support overall health in addition to light-driven nutrition
• Works well as a display coral where its polyp expansion can be observed regularly

Specifications:

• Care level (general guidance): Moderate; requires stable reef conditions common to LPS care
• Lighting (general guidance): Moderate aquarium lighting
• Water flow (general guidance): Gentle to moderate, indirect or turbulent flow (avoid constant strong blasts)
• Placement (general guidance): Rock or sand base where the coral can fully extend without being repeatedly hit by strong flow
• Diet (general guidance): Photosynthesis plus occasional supplemental feedings of appropriately sized meaty foods for LPS
• Salinity (typical reef range): ~1.024–1.026 SG
• Temperature (typical reef range): ~24–26°C (75–79°F)
• pH (typical reef range): ~8.0–8.3
• Alkalinity (typical reef range): ~7–11 dKH
• Calcium (typical reef range): ~380–450 ppm
• Magnesium (typical reef range): ~1,250–1,350 ppm
• Water quality (general guidance): Keep nutrient and dissolved waste levels controlled for long-term LPS stability