Bonsai Tort Acropora

About this coral

Bonsai Tort Acropora is an SPS (small polyp stony) coral in the *Acropora* group, commonly identified for care as *Acropora tortuosa* (tortuosa/tort “acro” care guidance). This branching coral is typically kept as a high-light, high-flow centerpiece where its fine structure can thrive in stable, reef-style water conditions.

Features:

• Designed for aquariums that can provide strong lighting and strong, turbulent water movement to keep the colony clean from all angles.
• Best results come from stable water chemistry rather than frequent swings in alkalinity and related parameters.
• Place it on a secure rock surface in its final location; let it adjust gradually to your tank’s light and flow to reduce stress.
• As an SPS coral, it generally performs best in established, well-filtered systems with consistently low, reef-typical nutrients.
• Works well in mixed SPS aquascapes where it can maintain separation and avoid being smothered by other corals’ tissue or flow patterns.

Specifications:

• Scientific name (group guidance): Acropora tortuosa (tort/tortuosa Acropora care guidance)
• Care level (general): Difficult
• Lighting: Strong light / high light
• Water flow: High, turbulent (random) flow
• Temperature: 75–78°F (24–26°C)
• Salinity: 1.025–1.026 specific gravity
• pH: 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity: 8–9.5 dKH
• Calcium: 420–460 ppm
• Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm
• Diet: Obtains energy primarily from symbiotic algae; supplemental feeding is not required for general SPS husbandry guidance