Trachyphyllia (Large)
Typical needs for this coral type. Ask us if you're unsure.
Transform Your Tank with a Bold, Brain-Like Indonesian Showpiece
Looking for a statement LPS coral that commands attention... The Large Indonesian Trachy, Trachyphyllia geoffroyi, is one of the most visually striking open-brain corals available in the hobby today. Sourced from Indonesia's biodiverse reef systems, each specimen arrives with its own unique color combination of reds, greens, and blues that cannot be replicated. If you're looking to buy Trachyphyllia online from a source that actually cares about quality, this is it.
At large size, this Trachy has significant presence: its fleshy, undulating lobes expand dramatically under ideal conditions, often more than doubling its skeletal diameter. Beyond its beauty, the Trachyphyllia is a rewarding coral to keep: it feeds actively on meaty foods, responds visibly to target feeding, and rewards attentive aquarists with intensified coloration over time. A true centerpiece for any serious reef tank or saltwater aquarium.
QUICK STATS & CARE GUIDE
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Common Name: Open Brain Coral, Trachyphyllia, Trachy
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Current Size: Large (approx. 4 to 6+ inches across skeleton)
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Care Level: Moderate (benefits from consistent target feeding and stable parameters)
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive (can extend sweeper tentacles at night; provide spacing)
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Diet: Photosynthetic and carnivorous; target feed 2 to 3x weekly with meaty foods such as mysis, krill, or marine pellets
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Reef Safe: Yes, with caution (keep away from neighboring corals)
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Water Conditions: 72 to 78°F | Salinity 1.025 | pH 8.1 to 8.4 | low to moderate lighting and low to moderate flow
WHY BUY FROM THE CORAL BOUTIQUE?
Every Trachyphyllia we ship from The Coral Boutique is ethically sourced, fully quarantined, and conditioned in our Miami facility, eating well and acclimated before it ever reaches your door. We don't ship anything we wouldn't put in our own tanks.