Red Goniopora (Flowerpot Coral)

A burst of vibrant red life to your reef! The Red Goniopora’s flowing polyps sway beautifully in the current, creating a stunning flower-like motion that instantly transforms any aquarium into a living masterpiece. A must-have showpiece coral for reef enthusiasts.

Additional Information

The Red Goniopora is a captivating LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral known for its bright red or deep crimson tentacles that extend like blooming petals. It’s a moderately challenging coral that thrives under stable water conditions and consistent care.

Scientific Name: Goniopora stokesi
Common Name: Red Goniopora, Red Flowerpot Coral

Care Level: Moderate
Lighting: Moderate to high (PAR 100–200) — LED or T5 lighting is ideal.
Water Flow: Gentle to moderate; avoid strong direct flow that prevents the polyps from extending.
Placement: Mid to lower regions of the tank, with enough space to expand fully.

Feeding: Benefits from regular target feeding with micro-plankton, phytoplankton, or coral foods such as PolypLab Reef-Roids or Aquaforest Power Food.

Ideal Water Parameters:

Temperature: 24–26 °C
Salinity: 1.025–1.026 (35 ppt)
pH: 8.1–8.4
Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH
Calcium: 420–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1300–1350 ppm
Nitrate: <10 ppm
Phosphate: <0.05 ppm

Tank Size: Minimum 80 L recommended for stable parameters and space to grow.

Compatibility: Peaceful coral; best kept away from aggressive species with long sweeper tentacles.

Notes: Goniopora require stable conditions and benefit greatly from amino acid supplements and trace elements to encourage polyp extension and colour intensity.

PLEASE NOTE CORAL MAY DIFFER FROM PICTURE.