Firework Clove Polyps
Firework Clove Polyps are a stunning soft coral prized for their flowing movement and vibrant fluorescent colours. Their long waving tentacles create a beautiful “firework” appearance in the aquarium, making them a popular choice for reef keepers looking to add motion and colour to their tank. Under blue reef lighting, their neon centres and glowing polyps truly stand out, creating an eye-catching display both day and night.
These hardy and fast-growing corals are ideal for beginner and experienced reef hobbyists alike. Firework Clove Polyps thrive when placed in moderate flow where their polyps can sway naturally in the current. They are generally peaceful but can spread quickly across rockwork, so placement should be planned carefully to prevent them from overtaking slower-growing corals.
Recommended Tank Parameters
Temperature: 24–26°C
Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Alkalinity: 8–11 dKH
Calcium: 400–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
Nitrate: 2–15 ppm
Phosphate: 0.03–0.10 ppm
Lighting: Moderate to high
Flow: Moderate, indirect flow
Care Level
Difficulty: Easy
Placement: Rockwork or isolated islands
Growth Rate: Fast
Temperament: Peaceful but invasive if unchecked
Feeding
Firework Clove Polyps primarily obtain nutrients through photosynthesis but can also benefit from occasional feeding of fine coral foods or phytoplankton to encourage growth and extension.
Firework Clove Polyps
Firework Clove Polyps are a stunning soft coral prized for their flowing movement and vibrant fluorescent colours. Their long waving tentacles create a beautiful “firework” appearance in the aquarium, making them a popular choice for reef keepers looking to add motion and colour to their tank. Under blue reef lighting, their neon centres and glowing polyps truly stand out, creating an eye-catching display both day and night.
These hardy and fast-growing corals are ideal for beginner and experienced reef hobbyists alike. Firework Clove Polyps thrive when placed in moderate flow where their polyps can sway naturally in the current. They are generally peaceful but can spread quickly across rockwork, so placement should be planned carefully to prevent them from overtaking slower-growing corals.
Recommended Tank Parameters
Temperature: 24–26°C
Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
pH: 8.1–8.4
Alkalinity: 8–11 dKH
Calcium: 400–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1250–1350 ppm
Nitrate: 2–15 ppm
Phosphate: 0.03–0.10 ppm
Lighting: Moderate to high
Flow: Moderate, indirect flow
Care Level
Difficulty: Easy
Placement: Rockwork or isolated islands
Growth Rate: Fast
Temperament: Peaceful but invasive if unchecked
Feeding
Firework Clove Polyps primarily obtain nutrients through photosynthesis but can also benefit from occasional feeding of fine coral foods or phytoplankton to encourage growth and extension.
