{"product_id":"red-chalice","title":"Red Chalice","description":"\u003ch1 data-end=\"26\" data-start=\"5\"\u003eRed Chalice Coral\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"414\" data-start=\"56\"\u003eThe Red Chalice is a classic and dependable LPS coral valued for its deep red colouration, smooth encrusting growth, and strong fluorescence under blue lighting. Rich crimson tones give this coral a bold, timeless look, making it an excellent choice for reef keepers who want solid colour impact without the extreme demands of more delicate collector morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"416\"\u003eIdeal for lower reef zones, the Red Chalice provides visual depth and contrast, especially when paired with brighter or multi-coloured corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"563\" data-start=\"560\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"602\" data-start=\"565\"\u003eNatural Habitat \u0026amp; Distribution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"721\" data-start=\"604\"\u003eChalice corals (commonly Echinophyllia \/ Mycedium types) originate from the Indo-Pacific region and are found across:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"736\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"736\" data-start=\"725\"\u003eIndonesia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"739\"\u003eAustralia’s Great Barrier Reef\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"792\" data-start=\"774\"\u003ePapua New Guinea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"793\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"795\"\u003eFiji and surrounding Pacific islands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"835\"\u003eIn the wild, chalice corals are typically found on shaded reef slopes and lower reef structures where light levels are reduced and flow is gentle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"986\" data-start=\"983\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"988\"\u003eA Brief History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1303\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003eChalice corals became extremely popular as reef lighting advanced and their intense fluorescence and layered colours were fully revealed. Solid-colour varieties such as red chalices remain favourites due to their reliability, strong colour retention, and ease of placement in mixed reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1384\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eThey are often chosen as foundation chalices alongside higher-end named morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1389\" data-start=\"1386\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1417\" data-start=\"1391\"\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1419\"\u003eClassified as an LPS (Large Polyp Stony) coral, Red Chalice corals feature a low-profile, spreading growth form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1716\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003eDeep red to crimson base colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1571\"\u003eSubtle to strong fluorescence under blue lighting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1661\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1661\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003eSmooth to lightly textured surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1716\" data-start=\"1662\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1716\" data-start=\"1664\"\u003eMay display contrasting eyes depending on specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1800\" data-start=\"1718\"\u003eGrowth is slow to moderate, spreading outward as it encrusts surrounding rockwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1805\" data-start=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1883\" data-start=\"1836\"\u003eChalice corals prefer lower light environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1913\" data-start=\"1885\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1913\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1900\" data-start=\"1887\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1914\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1916\"\u003eBest placed on \u003cstrong data-end=\"1965\" data-start=\"1931\"\u003elower rockwork or shaded areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"1970\"\u003eExcessive light may cause colour fading or stress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2056\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003eLight acclimation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2061\" data-start=\"2058\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2083\" data-start=\"2063\"\u003eFlow Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2128\" data-start=\"2085\"\u003eProvide \u003cstrong data-end=\"2127\" data-start=\"2093\"\u003elow to moderate, indirect flow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2130\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2177\" data-start=\"2130\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2177\" data-start=\"2132\"\u003eEnough movement to prevent detritus buildup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003eAvoid strong or direct flow onto the tissue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2266\" data-start=\"2227\"\u003eA gentle, random flow pattern is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2271\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2291\" data-start=\"2273\"\u003eWater Chemistry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2352\" data-start=\"2293\"\u003eStable reef parameters are essential for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2384\" data-start=\"2354\"\u003eMaintain consistent levels of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2386\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"2386\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2404\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003eAlkalinity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2420\" data-start=\"2405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2420\" data-start=\"2407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2407\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2423\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2550\" data-start=\"2438\"\u003eChalice corals perform best in systems with low to moderate nutrients rather than ultra-low nutrient conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2555\" data-start=\"2552\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2567\" data-start=\"2557\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2569\"\u003ePrimarily photosynthetic, Red Chalice corals benefit from occasional supplemental feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2663\"\u003eFine meaty foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2722\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eLPS pellets or coral-specific blends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2794\" data-start=\"2724\"\u003eFeed sparingly 1–2 times per week, ideally during lower light periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2799\" data-start=\"2796\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2829\" data-start=\"2801\"\u003eTemperament \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2906\" data-start=\"2831\"\u003eChalice corals can be \u003cstrong data-end=\"2872\" data-start=\"2853\"\u003esemi-aggressive\u003c\/strong\u003e and may extend sweeper tentacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3039\" data-start=\"2908\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2959\" data-start=\"2910\"\u003eAllow adequate spacing from neighbouring corals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2999\" data-start=\"2962\"\u003eAvoid placing near delicate species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3039\" data-start=\"3000\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3039\" data-start=\"3002\"\u003eMonitor nighttime sweeper extension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3044\" data-start=\"3041\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3082\" data-start=\"3046\"\u003eFrag Size \u0026amp; Natural Variation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3244\" data-start=\"3084\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3084\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3153\" data-start=\"3086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3100\" data-start=\"3086\"\u003eFrag size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically a mounted frag (unless otherwise stated)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3244\" data-start=\"3154\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3244\" data-start=\"3156\"\u003eColour intensity and growth pattern will vary depending on lighting and tank conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3249\" data-start=\"3246\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3266\" data-start=\"3251\"\u003eCare Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3268\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3296\" data-start=\"3268\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3296\" data-start=\"3270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3285\" data-start=\"3270\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3321\" data-start=\"3297\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3321\" data-start=\"3299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3308\" data-start=\"3299\"\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3350\" data-start=\"3322\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3350\" data-start=\"3324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3337\" data-start=\"3324\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low–Medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3387\" data-start=\"3353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3369\" data-start=\"3353\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aggressive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ReefGro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56642642215295,"sku":"RG-LPS-CHA-RED-012","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/9708\/2495\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_d322ac59-0a0e-4dfd-a4fb-bb3036018140.jpg?v=1768156022","url":"https:\/\/reefgro-2.myshopify.com\/products\/red-chalice","provider":"ReefGro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}