Macroalgae Farms

Silver Pulsing Xenia

$24.99

Key Features:
⭐ Pulsing soft coral movement
• Silver-lavender coloration
• Fast growth by colony extension
• Single colony display

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Silver Pulsing Xenia

$24.99

$24.99

About this item

Silver Pulsing Xenia

Silver Pulsing Xenia (Xenia sp.) is a soft coral prized for its silver-lavender coloration and mesmerizing pulsing behavior. Its delicate, feathery polyps extend outward in star-like formations, creating a soft, shimmering appearance that adds motion and life to reef aquariums.

This species is well known for its rhythmic pulsing motion, where individual polyps open and close in a natural, continuous flow. As it grows, it forms branching clusters that gently sway in the current while also helping to absorb dissolved nutrients, making it both visually appealing and functionally beneficial in established reef systems.


Available Options

Single Colony

  • One established xenia colony attached to rock or frag base
  • Displays active pulsing behavior and natural movement
  • Ideal for reef and macroalgae aquascapes

Care Information

💡 Lighting
Low to Moderate
🌊 Water Flow
Moderate
📍 Placement
Rockwork or isolated islands to control spread
⚙️ Care Level
Easy to Moderate
📈 Growth Rate
Fast
🧪 Feeding
Primarily photosynthetic with nutrient absorption

Special Considerations

Xenia are known for their rapid growth and ability to spread across rockwork. Placement on isolated structures is recommended to manage expansion. Stable water parameters and moderate nutrient levels support consistent pulsing behavior. Sudden changes in flow, lighting, or chemistry may cause temporary reduction in pulsing or retraction.

🌱 Propagation

Silver Pulsing Xenia propagates readily through natural fragmentation and colony expansion:

  • Colonies spread by extending tissue across nearby surfaces
  • Fragments can detach and reattach to form new colonies
  • Propagation commonly occurs in aquarium systems

Learn More

For detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our Species Library.


Livestock Disclaimer

Due to natural variation between specimens and uncertainty at the exact species level, the item you receive may not appear exactly like the one pictured. Photographs are representative examples of general appearance and coloration.

Individual xenia colonies may vary in size, stalk thickness, polyp density, pulsing intensity, and coloration depending on origin and environmental conditions.

Size and appearance are provided as general guidelines and may vary slightly from the specimen received.

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