Common name: Stony Corals

Caryophylliidae is a family of stony corals commonly found in reef aquariums, known for their hard calcium carbonate skeletons. They are often referred to as SPS (Small Polyp Stony) corals due to the small size of their polyps. Members of this family exhibit a variety of colors and forms, making them highly sought after by aquarists. They require stable water conditions, moderate to high lighting, and strong water flow to thrive. These corals also benefit from the presence of symbiotic algae, zooxanthellae, which live within their tissues and assist in providing nutrients through photosynthesis.

1. 
   Common name: carnation coral

   Scientific name: Caryophyllia inornata
2. 
   Common name: Devonshire cup-coral

   Scientific name: Caryophyllia smithii
3. 
   Common name: Elegance coral

   Scientific name: Catalaphyllia jardinei
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   Common name: tube coral

   Scientific name: Cladocora arbuscula