{"product_id":"green-turbinaria","title":"Green Turbinaria","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurbinaria corals are a unique group of small-polyp stony corals, often called scroll corals, cup corals, or vase corals for their distinctive growth forms. They are a classic SPS for the home reef, known for being a bit more forgiving than some of their relatives. This specimen has a solid green colouration that is consistent across the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, Turbinaria colonies grow into broad, thin plates that can scroll in on themselves to create cup or vase-like structures. The surface is dotted with small, evenly spaced corallites. This colony has a characteristic plating form with a vibrant green base tissue and similarly coloured polyps that extend during the day, giving the surface a soft, textured appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-maintained reef environment is necessary for any SPS coral to do well. Turbinaria prefers moderate lighting conditions, somewhere in the 150-300 PAR range is a good target. It appreciates moderate, but not overpowering, water flow to keep its surface clear of detritus. Placement in the middle to lower regions of the tank is often ideal, ensuring it has horizontal space to grow without shading corals directly beneath it. Stable water chemistry is important; aim for calcium between 420-440 ppm, alkalinity at 8-9 dKH, and magnesium from 1300-1400 ppm. While it gets most of its energy from light, occasional broadcast feeding with fine particulate foods can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting structure of a scroll coral provides a different kind of architectural element in a reef tank. Its wide, flat surfaces contrast well with the branching forms of Acropora or the mounding shapes of many LPS corals. It can create interesting ledges and shaded areas for other inhabitants as the colony matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a WYSIWYG item, so you'll receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Marine Aquariums","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42359290396727,"sku":"EMA-SPS-20260807-6OEN","price":175.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/48ed8e9b-dfd2-4b65-bd5b-b6667c6bccdb-_MG_4460.png?v=1786135437","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/green-turbinaria","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}