Name: Green Branching Hammer Coral (Fimbriaphyllia Paraancora)
Brand: Planted Plus
SKU: ICAFA730AC-0
Price: 136.49 USD
Availability: InStock

Green Branching Hammer Coral (Fimbriaphyllia Paraancora)

$136.49

The Green Branching Hammer Coral (Fimbriaphyllia paraancora) is a vibrant Large Polyp Stony (LPS) coral known for its flowing polyps and distinctive hammer-shaped tips. This WYSIWYG 5-head colony delivers exceptional color, dynamic movement, and visual presence in any established reef aquarium.

Featuring a hardy branching skeleton, this photosynthetic coral flourishes under moderate reef lighting and gentle, indirect water movement. Its vivid green polyps create striking fluorescence under blue-spectrum lighting, making it an extraordinary centerpiece for reef enthusiasts.

Key Features

Scientific Name	Fimbriaphyllia paraancora (commonly sold as Euphyllia paraancora)
Primary Common Name	Green Branching Hammer Coral
Other Common Names	Green Hammer Coral, Branching Hammer Coral, Anchor Coral
Coral Type	LPS (Large Polyp Stony)
Colony Size	Full 5-Head Colony
Growth Form	Branching
Origin	Indo-Pacific
Temperament	Semi-Aggressive toward neighboring corals
Diet	Photosynthetic / Carnivorous
Feeding	Supplemental target feeding beneficial
Placement	Lower to Middle Rockwork
Water Flow	Moderate, indirect
Lighting	Moderate
Minimum Tank Size	75.7 L
Reef Compatibility	Yes, with adequate spacing
Care Level	Moderate
WYSIWYG	Yes — the pictured 5-head colony is the exact specimen you will receive

Highlights

Scientific Name: Fimbriaphyllia paraancora (commonly sold as Euphyllia paraancora)
Primary Common Name: Green Branching Hammer Coral
Other Common Names: Green Hammer Coral, Branching Hammer Coral, Anchor Coral
Coral Type: LPS (Large Polyp Stony)
Colony Size: Full 5-Head Colony
Growth Form: Branching
Origin: Indo-Pacific
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive toward neighboring corals
Diet: Photosynthetic / Carnivorous
Feeding: Supplemental target feeding beneficial
Placement: Lower to Middle Rockwork
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect
Lighting: Moderate
Minimum Tank Size: 20 Gallons
Reef Compatibility: Yes, with adequate spacing
Care Level: Moderate

Materials & care

Diet: Mixotroph. Primarily Photosynthetic, receiving much of its energy from symbiotic zooxanthellae, while also capable of capturing small meaty foods from the water column.
Feeding: Supplemental target feeding can support healthy growth and tissue development. Small portions of mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, finely chopped marine foods, or quality coral foods can be offered approximately 1–2 times per week. Avoid excessively large pieces of food or overfeeding.
Reef Compatibility: Reef Safe but Semi-Aggressive. Hammer corals can extend sweeper tentacles beyond their normal daytime appearance and sting neighboring corals.
Spacing: Allow several inches of clearance between the colony and unrelated neighboring corals. Remember to account for the coral's fully expanded size and future colony growth when choosing its location.
Temperament: Peaceful toward reef-safe fish and most mobile invertebrates but territorial toward neighboring corals.
Placement: Best suited for lower-to-middle rockwork. Secure the branching skeleton while leaving enough open space for all five heads to expand fully without contacting surrounding rocks or corals.
Water Flow: Moderate, indirect flow is preferred. The polyps should move gently and naturally in the current. Strong, direct flow can prevent full extension and potentially damage the fleshy tissue.
Lighting: Moderate reef lighting is generally ideal. New specimens should be acclimated gradually to stronger lighting rather than immediately being placed under maximum intensity.
Water Requirements: Requires stable reef parameters. Maintain approximately Alkalinity 8.0–9.5 dKH, Calcium 400–450 ppm, and Magnesium 1250–1400 ppm. Stability is more important than constantly attempting to adjust parameters to exact numbers.

Compatibility

Reef safe but semi-aggressive toward other corals. It is peaceful toward reef-safe fish and mobile invertebrates, but requires several inches of clearance from adjacent corals to avoid stinging from sweeper tentacles.

How to use

Carefully acclimate the coral to tank lighting and water parameters upon arrival. Secure the branching skeleton into the lower-to-middle rockwork, ensuring adequate clearance from neighboring corals to allow for full polyp expansion.

Frequently asked questions

What lighting and water flow are recommended for this coral?

This coral thrives under moderate reef lighting and moderate, indirect water flow that allows its polyps to sway gently without damaging the fleshy tissue.

How should the Green Branching Hammer Coral be fed?

While primarily photosynthetic, it benefits from supplemental target feeding 1–2 times per week with small portions of mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, or quality coral foods.

Where should this coral be placed in the aquarium?

It is best positioned in the lower-to-middle rockwork with several inches of clearance from neighboring corals to prevent its sweeper tentacles from stinging them.

Is this the exact specimen that will be delivered?

Yes, this is a WYSIWYG listing, meaning the exact 5-head colony pictured is the specimen that will be received.

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