{"product_id":"wwc-peppermint-cyphastrea","title":"WWC Peppermint Cyphastrea","description":"\u003cp\u003eWWC Peppermint Cyphastrea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"b6a81ed2-0b56-412e-b773-a0d504fe6630\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"85\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"45\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCyphastrea spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPS (Large Polyp Stony Coral) \/ Encrusting Coral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eWWC Peppermint Cyphastrea is a highly sought-after encrusting LPS coral known for its bold red-and-white contrast and strong fluorescent pop. It grows as a thin, spreading crust that closely follows rock surfaces, gradually forming a dense field of small, raised corallites. The “Peppermint” morph is especially prized for its vibrant peppermint-like pattern—typically featuring deep red to crimson tissue contrasted with bright white, green, or neon polyps that create a striking candy-striped or speckled effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eUnder actinic or blue-spectrum lighting, the fluorescent elements intensify dramatically, giving the colony a glowing, high-contrast appearance that stands out even in lower-light reef zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eCoral Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e LPS \/ Encrusting Coral\u003cbr data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"905\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate (approximately 50–150 PAR)\u003cbr data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eFlow Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Moderate; gentle, indirect flow helps keep the surface clean and supports healthy polyp extension\u003cbr data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1108\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFood Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primarily photosynthetic through symbiotic zooxanthellae; benefits from occasional target feeding with fine particulate foods such as Reef Roids or Benereef to enhance growth and coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eAggression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; does not typically extend sweeper tentacles but should be given space to encrust without competition from faster-growing corals\u003cbr data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best placed on stable rockwork in lower to mid-light areas where it can safely encrust and expand without being overshadowed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1954\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWe maintain a rigorous, veterinarian-approved quarantine program that includes proactive treatments, careful observation, and daily monitoring to ensure the highest standards of coral and invertebrate health. Our biosecurity practices reduce the risk of any cross-contamination between systems, meaning all our livestock are ready for your display tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WWC","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42594264121431,"sku":"7608395","price":17.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/4742\/3319\/files\/88eac205-5b9f-4a0b-abab-d809d047b82a.png?v=1778353042","url":"https:\/\/www.reefescape.net\/products\/wwc-peppermint-cyphastrea","provider":"Reef eScape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}