Is this coral LPS?

[rmchoi]

This is fairly new coral. Its my understanding this is LPS. Appreciate any information about it.

 

[cloak]

Merulina perhaps?

 

[minus9]

Merulina ampliata?

 

[rmchoi]

Merulina perhaps?

Merulina ampliata?

I think this is right. It fits the description from Liveaquaria and confirms this is LPS:

The Merulina Coral is a large polyp stony (LPS) coral also known as Lettuce, Cabbage, Ridge, or Ruffled Coral. Most aquarists will receive the species M. ampliata that commonly lives in lagoons and other sheltered areas of the reef. Merulina Coral colonies begin life as an encrusting coral. With time, growth, and prevailing conditions, they start to develop the more spectacular structures that have made them famous with reef aquarists everywhere. It is normal to see the intricate skeleton frame through its skin. Fan-like plates are usually the first to form. More plates then form in the center of the fan, creating a ruffled appearance that truly resembles a head of cabbage or lettuce.

You guys are good - thank you!

 

[minus9]

When you've fragged over 120 species of coral, some of them stick to your brain.

 

[Tweaked]

It is a polyp stony yes, but to be clear large and small are just hobby terms for classification.