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Buzz Lightyear Frogspawn
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Green Stem Purple Head Frogspawn Coral Frag (Buzz Lightyear)
The Green Stem Purple Head Frogspawn is a striking Euphyllia coral featuring vivid green stems contrasted by rich purple-tipped heads. This bold colour combination, paired with flowing, multi-tipped tentacles, creates strong visual contrast and constant movement, making it a standout feature in any reef aquarium.
Balancing eye-catching colour with reliable care requirements, this frogspawn is well suited to both mixed reefs and LPS-focused systems.
Natural Habitat & Distribution
Frogspawn corals (Euphyllia divisa / Euphyllia paradivisa) are native to the Indo-Pacific region, including:
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Indonesia
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Fiji and Tonga
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The Great Barrier Reef
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The Philippines
In the wild, they are commonly found on protected reef slopes and lagoon areas, where light levels are moderate and water movement is gentle and indirect.
A Brief History
Euphyllia corals have long been favourites in the reef hobby due to their movement, resilience, and distinctive appearance. High-contrast colour morphs, such as green stems with purple heads, have become increasingly popular as modern LED lighting enhances depth, fluorescence, and saturation.
The Green Stem Purple Head Frogspawn is prized for offering dramatic colour without sacrificing the dependable nature Euphyllia is known for.
Appearance & Growth
Classified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, this frogspawn displays long, fleshy tentacles with rounded or split tips that sway continuously in the current.
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Bright green stems with deep purple heads
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Strong fluorescence under blue lighting
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Excellent polyp extension when healthy
Growth is steady in stable reef systems, with additional heads forming over time.
Placement & Lighting
Green Stem Purple Head Frogspawn performs best under moderate lighting, closely reflecting its natural reef environment.
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Lighting: Medium
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Best placed in the mid to lower areas of the aquarium
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Excessive light may lead to colour fading or tissue stress
Flow Requirements
Provide gentle to moderate, indirect flow. Tentacles should sway freely without being blasted by direct current, which can damage tissue.
Water Chemistry
Stable reef parameters are essential for long-term success. Maintain consistent levels of:
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Calcium
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Alkalinity
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Magnesium
Along with stable salinity and temperature. Regular testing and water changes are recommended.
Feeding
While largely photosynthetic, Green Stem Purple Head Frogspawn benefits from occasional feeding, including:
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Small meaty foods (mysis, brine shrimp)
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LPS-specific coral foods
Target feeding once or twice weekly can support growth and colour.
Temperament & Spacing
Frogspawn corals are semi-aggressive and may extend sweeper tentacles at night.
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Allow adequate spacing around the frag
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Avoid placing too close to other Euphyllia, SPS, or delicate LPS corals
Frag Size & Natural Variation
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Frag size: Typically 1–2 heads
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Each frag is unique and may vary slightly in colour tone and tentacle shape depending on lighting and tank conditions.
Care Summary
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Care Level: Moderate
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Flow: Low–Medium
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Lighting: Medium
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Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
🪸 Coral Care Guide
Care Level
Moderate
Lighting
Medium
Water Flow
Moderate, indirect flow.
Placement
Lower to middle areas of the aquarium.
Temperament
Peaceful.
Growth Rate
Moderate, with gradual skeletal growth and increasing polyp density over time.
Frag Size
Typically supplied as a multi-polyp frag unless otherwise stated.
💧 Water Parameters
Purple Goniopora thrive in stable reef aquariums with consistent water chemistry.
Recommended Parameters
- Stable Alkalinity
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Stable Nitrate & Phosphate levels
- Trace elements including iodine and iron are beneficial.
Avoid ultra-low nutrient systems, as Goniopora generally perform best in mature, nutrient-balanced aquariums.
🍤 Feeding & Nutrition
Purple Goniopora benefit from regular supplemental feeding to encourage long-term health, vibrant colour and strong polyp extension.
Recommended Foods
- Fine powdered coral foods
- Phytoplankton
- Micro-plankton blends
- Small particulate coral foods
Feeding Frequency
Feed lightly but consistently 2–3 times per week.
🌊 Placement & Acclimation
Purple Goniopora appreciate thoughtful placement and a gentle introduction to your aquarium.
Placement
- Lower to middle areas of the aquarium.
- Allow plenty of space for full polyp extension.
- Avoid direct contact with aggressive or stinging corals.
- Prevent polyps from rubbing against rockwork.
Lighting
Medium lighting is recommended.
Too much light may cause the coral to retract, while insufficient lighting can reduce extension.
Light acclimation is recommended whenever introducing a new specimen.
Water Flow
Provide moderate, indirect flow that keeps the polyps gently swaying.
Avoid strong, direct flow, which may prevent full extension.
Random, alternating flow patterns generally produce the best results.
🌍 Natural Habitat
Purple Goniopora originate from the Indo-Pacific region and are commonly found throughout:
- Indonesia
- Australia's Great Barrier Reef
- Fiji
- Tonga
- Papua New Guinea
- Central and Western Pacific reef systems
In the wild they inhabit sheltered lagoon environments and protected reef zones with moderate lighting, gentle water movement and nutrient-rich conditions.
Once considered difficult to keep, advances in modern reef keeping—including improved lighting, flow control and nutrition—have made healthy, aquacultured Goniopora far more reliable long-term additions to today's reef aquariums.
⭐ ReefGro Expert Advice
Purple Goniopora is one of our favourite LPS corals thanks to its elegant movement and rich purple colouration.
When fully extended, hundreds of delicate tentacles create constant movement that contrasts beautifully with SPS colonies and other fleshy LPS corals, making it an excellent centrepiece for mixed reef aquariums.
For the best results:
- Introduce the coral slowly using light acclimation.
- Maintain stable water chemistry.
- Feed regularly with fine particulate foods.
- Avoid placing it where neighbouring corals can sting the extended polyps.
- Be patient during acclimation—healthy Goniopora often become more fully extended as they settle into stable conditions.
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