There are disclosed a porous composite comprising silicon-substituted
hydroxyapatite and .beta.-tricalcium phosphate (.beta.-TCP), and a method
for preparing the same. The porous composite is prepared by subjecting
natural coral to hydrothermal and solvothermal reactions to prepare
silicon-substituted hydroxyapatite (Si-HA) and subjecting the Si-HA to a
heat treatment process. Thereafter, Si-HA and .beta.-TCP may be mixed in
the porous composite. As a result, the porous composite is excellent in
biocompatibility and biodegradability. Also, the porous composite
functions to maintain the microstructure of coral and is similar to
natural bone in terms of composition and shape. Accordingly, the porous
composite may be effectively used as a bone tissue repairing material and
a bone graft material that can substitute for human hard tissue.