Aussie Trachyphyllia

Aussie Trachyphyllia (Open Brain Coral)

Transform Your Tank with a Living Masterpiece from Australia

Looking for a showstopping centerpiece coral... The Australian Trachyphyllia is one of the most visually striking large polyp stony (LPS) corals available in the hobby. Wild-collected from Australian waters, these specimens arrive with bold, contrasting color morphs — deep reds, electric greens, vivid pinks — that simply cannot be replicated by aquacultured alternatives. If you're looking to buy Trachyphyllia online from a source that prioritizes quality, this is the one.

The Aussie Trachy is a free-living coral, meaning it rests directly on a sandy substrate rather than attaching to rock — an important distinction that makes placement in your reef tank both flexible and forgiving. It's a slow, deliberate grower that rewards patient aquarists with gradual expansion and the occasional feeding response, where it visibly extends its tissue to capture meaty foods. Watching this specimen feed is one of the most satisfying experiences a marine aquarium enthusiast can have.

QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE

• Common Name: Open Brain Coral, Trachyphyllia, Aussie Brain Coral
• Current Size: Varies by individual specimen (contact us for exact sizing)
• Care Level: Moderate (suitable for aquarists with some LPS experience)
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive (can extend sweeper tentacles at night)
• Diet: Photosynthetic; benefits from supplemental target feeding with meaty foods such as mysis, chopped krill, or Reef Roids 2–3x weekly
• Reef Safe: Yes, with caution (keep adequate spacing from neighboring corals)
• Water Conditions: 72–78°F, salinity 1.025–1.026, pH 8.1–8.3; low to moderate lighting and low to moderate flow; place on open sand bed

WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?

Every Aussie Trachyphyllia we ship is ethically sourced, carefully quarantined, and fully conditioned in our Miami facility — confirmed feeding and stable before it ever leaves our care. At The Coral Boutique, we don't ship until the specimen is ready.