{"id":9049,"date":"2026-02-17T07:15:32","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:15:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/metallic-green-star-coral-polyp-pachyclavularia-violacea-2\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T07:15:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T07:15:32","slug":"metallic-green-star-coral-polyp-pachyclavularia-violacea-2","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=metallic-green-star-coral-polyp-pachyclavularia-violacea-2","title":{"rendered":"Metallic Green Star Coral Polyp Pachyclavularia Violacea"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"181\"><strong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"179\">Metallic Green Star Coral Polyp (Pachyclavularia violacea)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"480\"><strong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"196\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\" \/>The Metallic Green Star Coral Polyp is a hardy, fast-growing soft coral prized for its brilliant metallic-green star-shaped polyps that shimmer under aquarium lighting. Its mat-forming growth creates a lush, moving carpet of color, making it a standout feature in reef aquariums.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"601\"><strong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"493\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"496\" \/>Native to the Indo-Pacific, where it encrusts rocks, rubble, and coral skeletons in shallow reef zones.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"809\"><strong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"615\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"618\" \/>Primarily photosynthetic, deriving most of its energy from symbiotic zooxanthellae. Supplemental feeding with phytoplankton, marine snow, or liquid coral foods enhances growth and vibrancy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"990\"><strong data-start=\"811\" data-end=\"826\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"829\" \/>Reef-safe and compatible with most peaceful fish and invertebrates. Should be placed thoughtfully, as it can quickly spread and overtake slower-growing corals.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1099\"><strong data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1007\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1010\" \/>Non-aggressive, but invasive in favorable conditions due to rapid growth and spreading.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1331\"><strong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1122\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1125\" \/>Beginner. Extremely hardy and adaptable, making it one of the most popular corals for new and experienced reef keepers alike. Prefers moderate to high lighting, moderate water flow, and stable conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1356\"><strong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1354\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1449\">\n<li data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1393\">\n<p data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1393\">Temperature: 72\u201378\u00b0F (22\u201325.5\u00b0C)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1409\">\n<p data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1409\">pH: 8.1\u20138.4<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1435\">\n<p data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1435\">Salinity: 1.023\u20131.025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1449\">\n<p data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1449\">dKH: 8\u201312<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Metallic Green Star Coral Polyp (Pachyclavularia violacea) Overview:The Metallic Green Star Coral Polyp is a hardy, fast-growing soft coral prized for its brilliant metallic-green star-shaped polyps that shimmer under aquarium lighting. Its mat-forming growth creates a lush, moving carpet of color, making it a standout feature in reef aquariums. 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