{"product_id":"gsp","title":"GSP","description":"\u003cp\u003eCoral photographs may differ slightly from the actual coral you receive. Many of our coral images are taken under blue-spectrum aquarium lighting and may be enhanced with a blue light filter to better showcase fluorescence and coloration. As a result, colours and appearance can vary depending on your aquarium lighting, water conditions, and viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe strive to represent each coral as accurately as possible, but natural variations in colour, pattern, size, and growth form should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXSmall~15mmx15mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall~25mmx25mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium~35mmx35mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge~45mmx45mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXLarge~55mmx55mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXXLarge~90mmx80mm +-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:45f1c632-f74a-4cc0-9206-851aae5ddc16-18\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:45f1c632-f74a-4cc0-9206-851aae5ddc16-18\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:45f1c632-f74a-4cc0-9206-851aae5ddc16-18\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"58b7b0cc-88dd-473d-b942-9b900d955ace\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rmw5tv\" data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"63\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eGreen Star Polyps, commonly known as GSP, are one of the most popular soft corals in the reef aquarium hobby. Renowned for their vibrant fluorescent green polyps and flowing grass-like appearance, GSP create a stunning carpet effect as they sway gracefully in the current. Their bright coloration and constant movement bring life and energy to any reef aquarium, making them an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced reef keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eUnder blue-spectrum reef lighting, the fluorescent green polyps become exceptionally vibrant, often appearing to glow against the coral's distinctive purple mat. As the colony grows, it spreads across rockwork, backgrounds, and other suitable surfaces, creating a beautiful living carpet that adds texture and movement throughout the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eGreen Star Polyps are highly adaptable, fast-growing, and forgiving, making them one of the easiest corals to maintain. They are ideal for filling empty spaces, creating colourful coral walls, or adding a dynamic focal point to mixed reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\" data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10pa7n4\" data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eBright fluorescent green polyps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10h4ity\" data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eBeautiful flowing, grass-like movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p0br9\" data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eFast-growing and hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1438g4h\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eExcellent beginner coral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yeh6ut\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eIdeal for creating living coral carpets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h7o99g\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eStrong fluorescence under blue LED lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m0fi10\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eAdds movement and colour to any reef aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qr75ey\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1gke92t\" data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003eEasy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1izbr4o\" data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eLow to High lighting. GSP are highly adaptable and thrive under a wide range of lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qc5apt\" data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eModerate to high flow is preferred. Stronger flow encourages better polyp extension and helps keep the colony free of debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"l3x4lr\" data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eCan be placed virtually anywhere in the aquarium, although many hobbyists prefer isolating it on its own rock to control spreading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ucmidl\" data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ihs70\" data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eTemperature: 24–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"th3tsb\" data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eSalinity: 1.025–1.026 SG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"184g37g\" data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003epH: 8.1–8.4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ale0qf\" data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eAlkalinity: 8–10 dKH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rqv6u2\" data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003eCalcium: 380–450 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yu9p2l\" data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eMagnesium: 1250–1400 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m1xc8d\" data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eNitrate: 2–20 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h5k4g7\" data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003ePhosphate: 0.03–0.15 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tvu7dw\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003ePrimarily photosynthetic and generally does not require direct feeding. However, occasional broadcast feeding of fine coral foods and amino acids may encourage faster growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"purqi0\" data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003ePeaceful and reef-safe. While GSP do not possess powerful stinging tentacles, they can spread rapidly and potentially overgrow slower-growing corals if not managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9ynob9\" data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eFast. Under favourable conditions, Green Star Polyps can quickly spread across rockwork and aquarium backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ukcuv6\" data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2566\"\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eDue to their rapid growth, many reef keepers place GSP on isolated rocks or dedicated background panels to prevent them from spreading onto other corals. 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