Leather Coral

Coral

Leather Coral

Sarcophyton spp.

About

Leather corals (genera Sarcophyton, Lobophytum, Sinularia) are hardy, fast-growing soft corals ideal for beginner reef keepers, known for their leathery texture, polyp-covered surfaces, and, for some species, a toadstool-like shape. They require moderate to high light, moderate to strong water flow, and thrive in reef tanks.

Details

Scientific Name

Sarcophyton spp.

Origin

Indo-Pacific

Water Type

saltwater

Light

●●○ medium

Difficulty

Easy

Growth Rate

medium

Temperature

72–82 °C