Characters: Colonies have encrusting bases on which cylindrical columns are developed that may reach 2 metres in height. Valleys are meandroid. Septo-costae are thick, in two alternating orders; they do not join at the tops of valleys and thus leave a neat groove along the tops of walls. Tentacles remain extended during the day giving columns a furry appearance.
Colour: Grey-brown.
Similar Species: Superficially resembles Scapophyllia cylindrica.
Habitat: Most reef environments.
Abundance: Uncommon but conspicuous.
Taxonomic Note: Very distinct species.
Taxonomic References: Cairns (1982); Zlatarski and Estalella (1982); Veron (2000a); Acosta and Acevedo (2006);
Identification Guides: Humann (2002);