Lemon Tort Colony

About this coral

Lemon Tort Colony is an SPS coral colony for reef aquariums, sold as an Acropora-type “tort” form. In practice, it’s valued for building a compact, branching/ramose framework under strong light in a stable, well-circulated tank—ideal for aquarists focused on SPS growth and long-term coral system stability. Because “Lemon Tort Colony” can reflect a named color/variety description rather than a separate care sheet, the best approach is group-level Acropora guidance: stable water chemistry, bright lighting, and high, consistent flow.

Features:

• SPS coral: suited to established reef tanks with stable conditions and careful aquascaping
• Acropora-style needs: strong lighting to support photosynthesis
• High flow helps keep tissues clean and supports SPS growth form and health
• Placement in the upper/mid water column allows easier access to required light intensity
• Benefits from consistent parameters rather than frequent swings
• A great choice for collectors building an SPS-dominant system and targeting an Acropora-focused display

Specifications:

• Coral type: SPS (Acropora-type colony)
• Care level: Advanced (requires stable reef conditions)
• Lighting: Strong lighting (SPS/Aropora-style intensity)
• Water flow: High, steady/consistent flow
• Placement: Upper to mid tank where light is strongest
• Water stability: Stable parameters are important
• Temperature: About 72–82°F (22–28°C)
• Salinity: Reef range, typically around 1.025–1.026 SG
• pH: Reef range, typically around ~8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: Often targeted in the ~7–12 dKH range
• Calcium: Often targeted around ~400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: Often targeted around ~1250–1350 ppm