Strawberry Shortcake Acropora – Iconic Color, Sweet SPS Classic

The Strawberry Shortcake Acropora is one of the most recognizable and beloved Acropora varieties in the reefing world. With its creamy lime to yellow-green base, bright pink to raspberry-colored polyps, and blush-toned growth tips, this coral offers a delicious blend of contrast and saturation that looks incredible under both daylight and blue-spectrum lighting.

This Acro grows in a dense, angular branching form, perfect for building structure in SPS-dominated systems. Under high light and strong, randomized flow, Strawberry Shortcake intensifies in color and develops a beautiful, layered texture with excellent polyp extension.

• Species: Acropora microclados “Strawberry Shortcake”

• Coloration: Green/yellow base with hot pink polyps and soft pink tips

• Lighting: High (300–400 PAR ideal for full color expression)

• Flow: Strong and varied for best shape and PE

• Growth Form: Thick, clustered branching

• Aquacultured at Treasure Corals (Canada)

Strawberry Shortcake is a true staple of any high-end SPS collection, offering both reliable growth and unmistakable visual impact. It’s a coral that continues to earn its legendary reputation.

Sweet color, strong growth, and unmistakable style—Strawberry Shortcake is reef candy at its finest.