Minty Fresh Acan Lord

About this coral

Minty Fresh Acan Lord is an LPS (large polyp stony) coral for reef aquariums. In practice, it’s a rewarding “feed-me-and-watch-me” acan-style coral: it uses its fleshy polyps to capture food and benefits from stable reef conditions. Use it as a colorful centerpiece on the substrate or lower rockwork where moderate light and gentle water movement help the polyps extend. Because “Minty Fresh” typically refers to a named variety rather than a fully distinct species with guaranteed morph-specific data, this description focuses on general Acanthastrea (acan) group care guidance rather than unverified traits.

Features:

• LPS coral with fleshy polyps that respond to feeding and appropriate flow
• Generally suited to moderate lighting compared with demanding SPS corals
• Benefits from targeted feeding beyond typical tank-level photosynthetic support
• Prefers stable, established reef water chemistry for best long-term performance
• Works well on lower-to-mid aquascape where it won’t be exposed to strong currents or direct blasting

Specifications:

• Group / type: Acan-style LPS coral (acan)
• Care level (general guidance): Moderate
• Lighting: Moderate light
• Water flow: Moderate, gentle flow
• Placement: Lower to mid aquascape; avoid strong direct blasting
• Diet: Regular feeding in addition to light (target foods recommended for LPS)
• Temperature (typical reef range): 72–78°F (22–26°C)
• Salinity (typical reef range): 1.023–1.025 SG
• pH (typical reef range): 8.1–8.4
• Alkalinity (typical reef range): 7–11 dKH
• Calcium (typical reef range): ~400–450 ppm
• Magnesium (typical reef range): ~1250–1350 ppm