The Long Polyp Leather is referred to as Sarcophyton Coral, Mushroom, Leather, or Trough Corals. They are found in various shades of brown, with white or gold polyps. It is difficult to identify many species because they all have the similar appearance of a mushroom or toadstool, each with a distinct stalk and capitulum (cap). As they grow older, they develop a folded appearance.

The Long Polyp Leather are relatively peaceful, but adequate space should be provided between them and other corals in the reef aquarium. Unlike other members of this genus, this unique strain has unsually long polyp stalks which will sway in the current in the reef aquarium. This Long Polyp Leather is very easy to maintain in the reef aquarium and make an excellent coral for the beginning through expert reef aquarist. They require medium to high lighting combined with medium to strong water movement. For continued good health, they will also require the addition of iodine, strontium, and other trace elements to the water.