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Sinularia sp.
Finger-shaped branching soft coral. Related to leather corals and equally hardy. Cream, green, brown color varieties. Similar to Toadstool but with branching form.
Sinularia (family Alcyoniidae) is an octocoral (soft coral) widely distributed across Indo-Pacific reef slopes and lagoons, forming a very large, species-rich genus. It shows diverse growth forms—finger, lobed, and encrusting—with short polyps densely covering the surface. Colors are muted creams, beiges, greens, and purples, and internal sclerites give it a firm texture. It is very easy to keep, favoring moderate to strong lighting and moderate to strong flow as a hardy beginner soft coral. It periodically sheds a surface film to self-clean, closing its polyps during the process, which is normal. It grows quickly and large, so allow ample space. Fragging is easy, but because it releases terpenoid compounds, running activated carbon and allowing spacing is advisable.
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The Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) lives 10+ years.
The Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) grows to 10-40cm.
The ideal temperature for the Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) is 24〜28℃.
Origin
reef slopes and lagoons of the Indo-Pacific
Lifespan
10+ years
Sources: AlgaeBarn: SPS/LPS/soft care / AlgaeBarn: Water Parameters 101
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Octocorallia (Sinularia, Alcyoniidae). Soft coral = CITES not listed.
Sources: DOC NZ / CITES-listed corals (Alcyoniidae family not included)
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Size
10-40cm
Temperature
24〜28℃
Photosynthesis + liquid food
Prefers moderate to strong lighting, though moderate LED lighting is enough. Place it in the middle to upper tank.
Keep the water at 24-28C. It releases terpenoid compounds, so use activated carbon to remove them from the water.
It periodically sheds a thin surface film to clean itself, and closing its polyps meanwhile is normal. It grows fast and large, so give it ample space.
Medium flow. Enough to sway polyps
Cut branches and attach to rock to propagate
Releases terpenes. Keep distance from other corals
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) is 24〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) is 10+ years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) typically reaches 10-40cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) feeds on: Photosynthesis + liquid food. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Sinularia (Finger Leather Coral) varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026