{"product_id":"purple-chalice-coral","title":"Purple Chalice Coral","description":"\u003cp\u003eChalice corals are a popular and diverse group of Large Polyp Stony corals, known for their distinctive plating or encrusting growth forms. They belong to several genera, including Echinopora, Oxypora, and Mycedium. This particular specimen displays the solid purple colouration that makes for a classic addition to a mixed reef, creating a point of deep colour on the rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a home reef, chalice corals will encrust their mounting point before growing outward in thin, circular plates. The surface is covered in small, raised corallites, often called \"eyes,\" which are the mouths of the individual polyps. The tissue between these eyes is typically smooth, though textures can vary. This growth pattern is great for covering bare rock or creating ledges and overhangs in the aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, provide low to moderate lighting, generally in the 75-150 PAR range, as high light can cause the colours to fade. Water flow should be gentle and indirect to avoid stressing the tissue. Chalices are photosynthetic but respond well to occasional spot feeding of small, meaty foods. Maintain stable water parameters with calcium between 420-440 ppm, alkalinity at 8-9 dKH, and magnesium around 1300-1400 ppm. The most important consideration for placement is aggression; they possess long and potent sweeper tentacles that can damage any neighbouring corals. Allow plenty of room for it to grow without touching anything else.\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":42359272177719,"sku":"EMA-LPS-20260807-IC9S","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1849\/1739\/files\/35ef44a6-82e3-44a0-b35d-d0e23c5d0fe8-_MG_4543.png?v=1786132027","url":"https:\/\/easternmarineaquariums.co.nz\/products\/purple-chalice-coral","provider":"EasternMarine Aquariums","version":"1.0","type":"link"}