{"product_id":"gold-leaf-nepthea","title":"Gold Leaf Nepthea","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eGold Leaf Nephthea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Leaf Nephthea (\u003cem\u003eNephthea sp.\u003c\/em\u003e) is a captivating soft coral that commands attention with its \u003cstrong\u003eluminous ivory trunk, finely branched canopy, and distinctive lavender-purple and creamy gold polyp clusters\u003c\/strong\u003e that dust the branch tips like blossoms frozen in time. Under reef lighting, the pale golden-cream body takes on a warm, almost glowing quality — elegant, otherworldly, and unlike anything else in the soft coral world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColoration on this species is a living variable. The hallmark ivory-to-gold tones of the trunk and branches can develop richer amber and yellow hues over time, while the purple polyp tips may intensify or soften depending on your lighting spectrum, flow rate, and water chemistry — making every specimen a one-of-a-kind display that continues to evolve in your care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs hardy as it is beautiful, the Gold Leaf Nephthea is an excellent choice for reef keepers of all levels. It grows quickly, tolerates a wide range of conditions, and responds well to fragging — rewarding patient hobbyists with an ever-expanding, sculptural colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a5a61;\"\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #1a5a61; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNephthea Frag (1\")\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Gold Leaf Nephthea cutting, approx. 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIvory-cream branching structure with developing purple polyp tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal size for acclimation and establishing in your aquascape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #1a5a61; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNephthea Tree Colony (2–4\" Full Tree Colony)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-branched colony with a full, developed canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich golden-cream trunk with visible lavender-purple polyp clusters throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to make an immediate visual impact in any reef system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(180deg,#f6fbf8 0%, #edf7f2 100%); border: 1px solid #d4e6e3; border-radius: 12px; padding: 13px 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #1a5a61; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNephthea Mother Tree Colony (XL, 4–7\" Branching Tree Colony)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXL specimen with a mature, dramatically branching tree-form canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum presence and coloration complexity — a true sculptural centerpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-established and ready to thrive and propagate in its new home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #184f69;\"\u003eCare Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 10px 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; background: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow to Moderate (PAR 50–150)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 50%; background: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🌊 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate to High, indirect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e📍 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMid to upper rockwork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e⚙️ \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e📈 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eBehavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeaceful, fast-growing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"background: #eceff1; border: 1px solid #cfd6da; border-radius: 10px; padding: 11px 13px; color: #22323a; vertical-align: top;\"\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong style=\"color: #435760;\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimarily photosynthetic; benefits from broadcast feeding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #6a6b58;\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #faf8ee; border: 1px solid #e6e1c9; border-left: 4px solid #b7ad78; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; color: #22323a;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNephthea thrives with good flow but may retract temporarily during acclimation — this is normal.\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow several days for the coral to settle and open fully. Avoid placing directly next to aggressive stony corals. Propagation is simple: clean cuts with sharp scissors will produce new frags quickly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #123844;\"\u003e🔍 Aquarium Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold Leaf Nephthea is a standout addition to any reef system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most architecturally striking soft corals available — a true living sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and highly forgiving — bounces back quickly from minor parameter swings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagates readily from cuttings, making it a perennial favorite for frag swaps and trading\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #123844;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFor detailed species information, compatibility, and care tips, visit our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/pages\/species-library\"\u003eSpecies Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f6f8f9; border: 1px solid #dde4e7; border-left: 4px solid #8a98a0; border-radius: 10px; padding: 13px 15px; font-size: 13px; color: #607078; line-height: 1.65;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #46545b;\"\u003eLivestock Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 10px;\"\u003eDue to natural variation, the Nephthea you receive may vary slightly in branching structure, coloration, and size. Photographs are representative examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 10px;\"\u003eColoration — including the intensity of gold, cream, and purple tones — may vary between specimens and can change over time depending on your tank's lighting, flow, and water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eSize and appearance are provided as general guidelines and may vary slightly from the specimen received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macroalgae Farms","offers":[{"title":"Nephthea Frag (1\")","offer_id":47918947336451,"sku":"H2","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nephthea Tree Colony (2–4\" Colony)","offer_id":47918947369219,"sku":"H2","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nephthea Tree Colony (4-7\" XL Colony)","offer_id":47918947401987,"sku":"H2","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/7151\/7699\/files\/657a15a5-1fc4-48c6-88a7-aeb442afa643.png?v=1775605847","url":"https:\/\/www.macroalgaefarms.com\/products\/gold-leaf-nepthea","provider":"Macroalgae Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}