ASD Rainbow Monti

About this coral

ASD Rainbow Monti is an SPS coral offered under the shop name “ASD Rainbow Monti,” commonly associated with Montipora (Montipora spp.). Montipora are often used by reef keepers for building colorful, structured growth in established saltwater aquariums. Practically, this coral is well-suited for aquarists who want an SPS that is generally considered hardy within the broader category of small-polyp stony corals, while still benefiting from stable reef conditions and appropriate lighting and water movement.

Features:

• Montipora spp. are hardy SPS corals, often favored for reef progression
• As an SPS, it relies on light and consistent water conditions to support its growth
• Benefits from moderate-to-strong water flow to help keep surfaces clear
• Typically placed on rockwork where it can attach and spread/encrust over time
• A good option for aquarists building mixed SPS displays in a stable reef tank

Specifications:

• Scientific group: Montipora spp. (Montipora coral)
• Care level (general guidance): Generally hardy for an SPS coral (still requires stable reef parameters)
• Light (general guidance): High light / reef-strong lighting
• Water flow (general guidance): Moderate to strong, turbulent/indirect preferred
• Temperature: About 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Salinity: About 1.023–1.026 specific gravity
• pH: About 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: About 7–11 dKH
• Calcium: About 400–450 ppm
• Magnesium: About 1200–1350 ppm