Not to be contrary but it looks exactly like the "Merulina coral", I got at the meet too.
Like this?
http://www.liveaquaria.com/product/p...cfm?pCatId=471
PS: Does anyone remember who the generous reefer was? I just like to keep a source record, for the Grandkids
Anyway....
Thanks!, mine is also about 5-6inches now...very cool color and texture, an under-rated piece.