Rainbow Fiesta Enchinata

About this coral

ASD Rainbow Fiesta Enchinata is an LPS coral sold under the shop name “ASD Rainbow Fiesta Enchinata.” The term “Enchinata” is commonly used for Acanthastrea echinata (an acan-type LPS), so the description below uses general, group-level care guidance for Acanthastrea (acans) rather than any unverified morph-specific claims.

Features:

• LPS coral with fleshy polyps that benefit from regular feeding for best color and expansion
• Typically prefers moderate light—bright, direct light is often less comfortable than gentler reef lighting
• Usually does best with moderate, indirect water flow to keep detritus from settling without blasting tissue
• Placement in a stable spot helps it acclimate and maintain consistent polyp extension
• Acan-type LPS are generally more responsive to target feeding than many non-photosynthetic species
• Works well in mixed reef displays with other peaceful reef organisms, where flow and feeding don’t interfere
• Can be kept as a centerpiece “feeder coral” by combining light placement with periodic spot-feeding

Specifications:

• Scientific name (group-level): Acanthastrea echinata (general acan guidance; morph-specific identity not verified in the provided data)
• Category: LPS Corals
• Care level (general): Moderate
• Lighting: Moderate reef light (avoid harsh, direct intensity)
• Water flow: Moderate, indirect flow
• Feeding: Meaty foods/target feeding is generally helpful for acans
• Temperature: ~24–27°C (typical reef range)
• pH: ~8.1–8.4 (typical reef range)
• Salinity: ~1.025–1.026 specific gravity (typical reef range)
• Alkalinity: ~7–11 dKH (typical reef range)
• Calcium: ~400–450 ppm (typical reef range)
• Magnesium: ~1250–1350 ppm (typical reef range)