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Type: HAMMER
Price: 54.99

Purple Tip Green Branching Hammer

Purple Tip Green Branching Hammer (Euphyllia parancora) is one of the most striking and eye-catching LPS corals in the reef hobby. Its bold, flowing tentacles in vivid neon green with contrasting deep purple tips sway hypnotically with every current pulse, creating a dramatic two-tone display that commands attention in any system. Under reef lighting, the green body fluoresces brilliantly while the purple tips add a rich, jewel-like contrast that makes this coral truly stand out.

As a branching variety, this Hammer has a natural growth advantage — over time, each head will branch and divide, gradually building into a full, multi-headed colony from a single frag. What begins as one head today becomes one of the most visually dominant pieces in your tank over the coming months and years.

Purple Tip Green Branching Hammer is a moderately forgiving LPS coral and a perennial favorite for hobbyists ready to add a bold centerpiece to their reef. Once established, it is a steady and rewarding grower that consistently delivers high visual impact.

Available Options

Purple Tip Green Branching Hammer — Single Head

One branching Purple Tip Green Hammer head, fragged and healed

Vivid neon green tentacles with bold purple tips and a dramatic, flowing presence

Will branch and multiply into a full multi-headed colony over time

Care Information

💡 Lighting
Low to Moderate (PAR 50–150)

🌊 Water Flow
Low to Moderate, indirect

📍 Placement
Mid to lower rockwork

⚙️ Care Level
Easy to Moderate

📈 Behavior
Semi-aggressive — long sweeper tentacles at night

🧪 Feeding
Photosynthetic; benefits from meaty foods 1–2x per week

Special Considerations

Hammer corals extend long sweeper tentacles at night that can sting neighboring corals. Provide adequate spacing — at least 4–6" from other corals in all directions. Avoid direct, high-velocity flow, which can prevent full extension and cause tissue irritation. Brown jelly disease is an occasional risk; maintain good water quality and handle tissue carefully during placement.

🔍 Aquarium Insights

Purple Tip Green Branching Hammer is a standout addition to any reef system:

One of the most visually dramatic LPS corals available — the neon green and deep purple contrast never gets old

Branching growth habit means one head becomes many — exceptional long-term value from a single frag

A bold centerpiece coral that delivers premium visual impact without demanding extreme conditions

Learn More

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

Livestock Disclaimer
Due to natural variation, the hammer coral you receive may vary slightly in coloration and size. Photographs are representative examples.

Individual specimens may display differences depending on lighting, flow, and tank conditions.

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