Blue Tip Elegance WYSIWYG

Elegance Coral (Catalaphyllia jardinei)

Description:
The Blue Tip Elegance Coral is a stunning LPS coral prized for its flowing tentacles tipped in vibrant electric blue. Its long, fleshy polyps sway gracefully in the current, creating an elegant, natural motion that brings life and energy to any reef display. The rich blue accents contrast beautifully against its luminous green or golden base, making this coral an exceptional centerpiece for both beginner and experienced reef keepers.

Each piece is aquacultured or sustainably collected for health and hardiness, ensuring a smooth acclimation to home reef environments.

Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-aggressive (may extend long sweeper tentacles at night)
Placement: Bottom or lower-middle areas of the tank, with space to expand and prevent stings to nearby corals.

Ideal Water Parameters

Feeding & Nutrition:

The Blue Tip Elegance Coral contains symbiotic zooxanthellae that provide much of its nutritional needs through photosynthesis. For optimal growth and vibrancy, feed small meaty foods such as mysis shrimp, brine shrimp, or fine coral foods once or twice weekly. Regular feeding helps maintain the coral’s striking coloration and polyp health.

Notes:

• Requires space from neighboring corals to avoid contact with its stinging tentacles.

• Prefers gentle, indirect flow to allow natural polyp movement.

• Avoid sudden fluctuations in salinity or alkalinity.

• Ideal for established reef aquariums with stable water chemistry.

Quick Summary:

• Scientific Name: Catalaphyllia jardinei

• Common Name: Blue Tip Elegance Coral

• Type: LPS (Large Polyp Stony Coral)

• Difficulty: Moderate

• Lighting: Moderate (100–150 PAR)

• Flow: Low to moderate, indirect

• Placement: Bottom or lower-middle regions of the aquarium