Blue clove polyp
Clavularia sp.
CoralMarine
Blue clove polyp is a colonial soft coral. Polyps are small, bell-shaped, with eight feathery tentacles. They are connected by a creeping stolon. Color ranges from blue to purple. It grows quickly and can cover rocks. It is photosynthetic (zooxanthellae). Can be invasive in the aquarium. Reproduces by fragmentation.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–28 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| Salinity | 1.023–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.1 |
Care
Difficulty2/5
Dietphotosynthetic
Min. tank50 L
Min. group1
Adult size10 cm
Lifespan5 ans
TemperamentPeaceful
Care notes
Reef aquarium at least 50 liters. Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025. Moderate to intense lighting. Moderate flow. Diet: dissolved nutrients, phytoplankton, but mainly photosynthetic. Compatible with most fish and corals. Beware of rapid growth that can smother other corals. Easy maintenance.