Pink Octospawn Coral

Pink Octospawn Coral (Fimbriaphyllia sp.)

The Pink Octospawn Coral is a beautiful LPS coral known for its flowing, multi-tipped tentacles and brilliant golden coloration. Its soft movement and dense polyp extension create an eye-catching display, making Gold Octospawn an excellent centerpiece or accent coral in a mixed reef aquarium.

Closely related to Hammer and Frogspawn corals, Octospawn thrives under moderate lighting and gentle, indirect water movement. When provided with stable water chemistry and adequate spacing from neighboring corals, it can develop into a full, impressive colony with excellent movement throughout the day.

Recommended Care

• Scientific Name: Fimbriaphyllia sp.
• Common Name: Pink Octospawn Coral
• Care Level: Moderate
• Lighting: Low to moderate, approximately 75–150 PAR
• Water Flow: Moderate — indirect and variable flow that allows the tentacles to gently sway
• Placement: Lower to middle areas of the aquarium
• Temperament: Semi-aggressive to aggressive — provide adequate spacing from neighboring corals
• Feeding: Primarily photosynthetic; occasional appropriately sized meaty foods may support growth
• Growth: Moderate under stable reef conditions
• Reef Safe: Yes, with appropriate spacing

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 75–79°F
• Salinity: 1.024–1.026 SG
• Alkalinity: 8–10 dKH
• Calcium: 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: 1,250–1,400 ppm

Maintain stable reef parameters and gradually acclimate Gold Octospawn to changes in lighting and water flow. Golden coloration and fluorescence can vary depending on lighting spectrum, intensity, nutrient levels, and viewing conditions.