Common name: Starlet Coral

Siderastrea is a genus of hard corals commonly known as Starlet Corals. These corals are appreciated in the reefkeeping hobby for their robustness and ease of care. They form massive or encrusting colonies and come in a variety of colors, often displaying hues of brown, green, or pink. Starlet Corals are known for their slow growth rate and preference for moderate lighting and water flow. They are also tolerant of a range of water conditions, making them suitable for beginner and intermediate aquarists. Siderastrea species are often recommended for adding structural complexity to a reef aquarium.

1. Common name: lesser starlet coral

   Scientific name: Siderastrea radians
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   Common name: massive starlet coral

   Scientific name: Siderastrea siderea