{"product_id":"green-star-polyp-coral-wysiwyg-j014-s1-9-23-04","title":"Green Star Polyp coral","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGreen Star Polyp coral - Care Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Star Polyp coral is a green star polyp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/soft-corals\"\u003esoft coral\u003c\/a\u003e suited to beginner reef keepers. This WYSIWYG soft coral brings neon green polyps and natural movement to a reef display. Its manageable care needs make it a practical choice for hobbyists building or expanding a beginner-focused aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/collections\/wysiwyg-coral\"\u003eWYSIWYG coral\u003c\/a\u003e, meaning the coral shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Care Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, varied flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isolated rockwork where spreading can be managed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful but fast spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide low to moderate lighting. Acclimate gradually to its final intensity and observe polyp extension as it settles into the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse moderate, varied flow. Water movement should keep debris from settling across the mat without keeping the polyps tightly closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it on isolated rockwork where spreading can be managed. Give the frag time to attach and adjust before making further placement changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperament\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a peaceful coral that can spread quickly. Keep it separated from neighboring corals and plan its location carefully so the mat does not overtake nearby rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding is usually unnecessary because light and available nutrients support this coral. Maintain appropriate nutrient availability rather than relying on direct feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneral Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain stable aquarium conditions and monitor the colony regularly as it establishes. Keep enough varied flow across the mat to prevent detritus buildup, and trim or manage spread when it approaches surrounding coral placement areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn isolated location helps keep its fast spread easy to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WYSIWYG Coral","offers":[{"title":"Frag","offer_id":49100914983134,"sku":"J014-S1-9-23-04","price":27.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/1002\/7486\/files\/J014-S1-9-23-04.jpg?v=1790187091","url":"https:\/\/www.riptideaquaculture.com\/products\/green-star-polyp-coral-wysiwyg-j014-s1-9-23-04","provider":"Riptide Aquaculture LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}