004 WYSWIYG Green Branching Psammacora

004 – Green Branching Psammocora

Scientific Name: Psammocora spp. (branching morph)
Type: SPS Coral (Encrusting / Branching)

Overview

This WYSIWYG frag of Green Branching Psammocora displays a vibrant neon-to-minty green color with a unique velvet texture and fuzzy polyp coverage. Unlike the common encrusting varieties, this branching morph grows upward into knobby, antler-like formations, giving it excellent vertical structure while maintaining its signature soft appearance.

Psammocora is a resilient SPS coral that bridges the gap between encrusting and branching species. It’s ideal for reefers seeking the structure of an SPS without the extreme demands of Acropora or Montipora.

Care Requirements

Lighting:
Moderate to high (PAR 150–300). Fluorescence shows best under actinic or full-spectrum LEDs.

Water Flow:
Moderate to high. Needs turbulent, non-direct flow to prevent buildup and support healthy tissue and polyp extension.

Placement:
Mid to upper rockwork. Mount securely to allow stable branching and spread. Provide space from aggressive corals that may sting or shade.

Feeding:
Photosynthetic. Does not require feeding, but may benefit from occasional broadcast feeding with microplankton or amino acids in low-nutrient systems.

Aggression Level:
Low. Peaceful coral but may overgrow neighboring frags if left unchecked.

Growth Rate:
Moderate. Grows faster than many true SPS when stable conditions are met.

Difficulty:
Easy to moderate. One of the more forgiving SPS choices for reefers upgrading from LPS or encrusting types.

Additional Notes

Branching Psammocora adds a lot of character to mixed SPS displays. Its fuzzy polyps and branching form provide both motion and structure without requiring intense lighting or nutrient control. It’s a great coral for filling negative space in higher-flow zones or adding a soft-textured contrast to sharper corals like Acros and Birdsnest.

This frag shows strong health, active tissue, and clean polyp coverage from base to tip.