Cultured Slime Acropora

About this coral

Cultured Slime Acropora is an Aqua SD SPS coral offering in the Acropora genus (Acropora sp.). Acropora are small-polyp stony corals (SPS) commonly kept as “high-light, high-flow” reef corals, best suited to aquariums that can maintain stable water chemistry over time. In practical terms, this coral is a good choice for experienced reef tanks using consistent lighting and turbulent circulation, where you can position the frag to receive strong, even illumination and sufficient flow around the polyps. Aqua SD’s listing specifically notes that Acropora require strong lighting and high flow, along with stable parameters.

Features:

• Cultured Acropora frag for SPS aquariums focused on high-end coral growth conditions.
• Expect strong lighting needs; place so the tissue receives consistent intensity.
• Provide high, turbulent water movement to help keep polyps clear and support gas/chemical exchange.
• Aim for long-term stability in key reef chemistry to reduce stress from swings.
• Best used in a mature, well-maintained saltwater system where testing is routine.
• Group-level SPS/Acropora guidance applies; exact morph traits (color/origin) are not guaranteed from the listing alone.

Specifications:

• Group / verified identity: SPS coral, Acropora sp. (cultured) ([aquasd.com](https://aquasd.com/cultured-slime-acropora-ce6cda8b8/))
• Care level (group guidance): Advanced SPS/Acropora (sensitive to instability; use stable parameters) ([reefcultureco.com](https://reefcultureco.com/pages/acropora-coral-care-guide?utm_source=openai))
• Lighting: Strong lighting ([aquasd.com](https://aquasd.com/cultured-slime-acropora-ce6cda8b8/))
• Water flow: High, turbulent flow ([aquasd.com](https://aquasd.com/cultured-slime-acropora-ce6cda8b8/))
• Temperature: About 78–80°F (general guidance range varies by source/system) ([fastaquatics.com](https://fastaquatics.com/care/sps-husbandry/?utm_source=openai))
• Salinity: About 1.025–1.026 specific gravity / mid-30s ppt range ([fastaquatics.com](https://fastaquatics.com/care/sps-husbandry/?utm_source=openai))
• pH: About 8.0–8.4 ([outerreef.com.au](https://outerreef.com.au/guides/acropora-care/?utm_source=openai))
• Alkalinity: About 7–9 dKH ([fastaquatics.com](https://fastaquatics.com/care/sps-husbandry/?utm_source=openai))
• Calcium: About 420–450 ppm ([fastaquatics.com](https://fastaquatics.com/care/sps-husbandry/?utm_source=openai))
• Magnesium: About 1300–1400 ppm ([fastaquatics.com](https://fastaquatics.com/care/sps-husbandry/?utm_source=openai))