Rainbow Chili Flakes Chalice

About this coral

Rainbow Chili Flakes Chalice is a chalice coral (an LPS coral) sold under that shop name. Chalice corals are often chosen for their distinctive “eyes” and rich coloration, and they’re commonly kept as centerpiece reef corals where you can observe their polyp structure and feeding response. As an LPS, it’s typically placed on the rock to receive appropriate light and gentle, indirect water movement, while regular spot feeding can help support growth and overall coral health. Group-level guidance below reflects general chalice/LPS care, since named color morph traits may vary by source.

Features:

• LPS coral known for prominent chalice-like polyp centers (“eyes”) and attractive coloration
• Best kept on stable live rock where the base can be secured and the polyps can extend comfortably
• Generally prefers moderate lighting and gentle/indirect water flow to avoid polyp retraction
• Often benefits from supplemental feeding targeted to the polyps (spot feeding for LPS)
• Helps create an eye-catching focal point in mixed-reef aquariums that support coral growth

Specifications:

• Type: LPS coral (chalice coral)
• Care level: Moderate (general chalice/LPS guidance)
• Lighting (general guidance): Moderate
• Water flow (general guidance): Gentle to moderate, indirect
• Placement (general guidance): Mid to lower rockwork with stable attachment surface
• Feeding (general guidance): Target/spot feed foods suitable for LPS; rely on photosynthesis plus supplemental feeding
• Temperature (general guidance): 72–78 °F (22–26 °C)
• pH (general guidance): 8.1–8.4
• Salinity (general guidance): 1.024–1.026 specific gravity
• Alkalinity (general guidance): 7–11 dKH
• Calcium (general guidance): 380–450 ppm
• Magnesium (general guidance): 1250–1350 ppm