Sapphire Blue Xenia

Macroalgae Farms

Sapphire Blue Xenia

$49.99

Key Features:
⭐ Rare sapphire blue coloration — one of the most striking soft corals available
• Hypnotic swaying motion adds constant life and movement to any reef
• Fast growing — rapidly expands into a full colony display
• Beginner friendly and highly adaptable to a wide range of reef conditions

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Sapphire Blue Xenia

$49.99

$49.99

About this item

Sapphire Blue Xenia

Sapphire Blue Xenia (Cespitularia sp.) is a soft coral prized for its lavender-blue to violet coloration and smooth, branching structure. Commonly referred to as “Blue Xenia,” this species displays a soft, glowing appearance that adds both color and elegance to reef aquariums.

Unlike traditional pulsing xenia, this species exhibits a more passive fluid, swaying motion rather than active pulsing, creating a calm, flowing presence in the aquarium. As it grows, it forms branching clusters that gently move with water flow while also helping to absorb dissolved nutrients, making it both visually striking and functionally beneficial in established reef systems.

Available Options

Single Colony

  • One established cespitularia colony attached to a frag plug
  • Displays smooth swaying motion and natural branching growth
  • Ideal for reef and macroalgae aquascapes

Care Information

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

Special Considerations

Cespitularia can spread across nearby surfaces as it grows, forming branching colonies over time. Placement in controlled areas is recommended to manage expansion. Stable water parameters and moderate flow help maintain healthy extension and coloration. While commonly called “Blue Xenia,” this species differs from true pulsing xenia by exhibiting a smooth, flowing motion rather than strong pulsing behavior.

🌱 Propagation

Sapphire Blue Xenia propagates through natural colony expansion and fragmentation:

  • Colonies spread by extending tissue across nearby surfaces
  • Fragments can detach and establish new colonies
  • Propagation can occur in established 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 cespitularia colonies may vary in size, branching density, coloration, and extension behavior 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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