Large Long Polyp Plate
Transform Your Tank with a Floor-Level Showpiece That Moves Like Nothing Else in Your Reef
Looking for something that brings life and motion to your sandbed? The Long Polyp Plate Coral is one of the most visually dynamic LPS corals you can keep — its long, flowing tentacles extend dramatically from a disc-shaped skeleton, creating a soft, anemone-like sway that commands attention in any saltwater aquarium. This large specimen is fully grown and ready to be the centerpiece of your display tank from day one.
Plate corals are best placed directly on the sandbed where they can expand freely. They're surprisingly hardy for LPS, adapting well to a range of lighting and flow conditions, and will reward consistent water quality with vivid coloration and full polyp extension. A large plate like this is a statement acquisition — it fills space beautifully and has the presence to anchor an entire aquascape.
Quick Stats & Care Guide
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Common Name: Long Polyp Plate Coral
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Current Size: Large
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Care Level: Intermediate
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive (sweeper tentacles — keep clear of neighbors)
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Diet: Photosynthetic; target feed 1–2x weekly (mysis, Reef-Roids)
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Reef Safe: Yes, with spacing
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Water Conditions: Temp 76–78°F | Sal 1.025 | Alk 8–9 dKH | Ca 420–440 ppm | Low-moderate flow | Moderate PAR (75–150)
Why Buy From The Coral Boutique?
Every specimen we ship has been quarantined, conditioned, and eating before it leaves our facility. Large plate corals are sensitive to handling — ours are acclimated and stable, ready to open up in your tank on arrival.
