Slimeball Spongodes Montipora
Montipora Spongodes Coral Care Guide
The Montipora Spongodes is a unique SPS (Small Polyp Stony) coral known for its plating and branching growth pattern, creating a layered, sculptural look in reef tanks. It exhibits vibrant green to tan coloration with contrasting polyps, making it a visually striking and dynamic coral as it matures.
Montipora Spongodes Coral Care Guide
The Montipora Spongodes is a unique SPS (Small Polyp Stony) coral known for its plating and branching growth pattern, creating a layered, sculptural look in reef tanks. It exhibits vibrant green to tan coloration with contrasting polyps, making it a visually striking and dynamic coral as it matures.
Montipora Spongodes Coral Care Guide
The Montipora Spongodes is a unique SPS (Small Polyp Stony) coral known for its plating and branching growth pattern, creating a layered, sculptural look in reef tanks. It exhibits vibrant green to tan coloration with contrasting polyps, making it a visually striking and dynamic coral as it matures.
You will receive a frag SIMILAR in shape and size to the coral in the photo. This is NOT a WYSIWYG frag. All our frags are generally 3/4” - 1”
Care Requirements:
Lighting: Moderate to high (PAR 200-350). Stable lighting is essential for maintaining color and growth.
Flow: Moderate to strong. Requires good water movement to prevent detritus buildup and promote healthy growth.
Placement: Middle to upper areas of the tank, allowing space for its unpredictable growth pattern.
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 76-80°F (24-27°C)
Salinity: 1.025 SG (35 PPT)
pH: 8.1-8.4
Alkalinity: 8-12 dKH
Calcium: 400-450 ppm
Magnesium: 1250-1350 ppm
Feeding & Nutrition:
Montipora Spongodes relies on photosynthesis, but can benefit from target feedings of phytoplankton, amino acids, and powdered coral foods to enhance coloration and growth.
Compatibility & Challenges:
Peaceful coral but can shade out nearby corals as it grows.
Fragile structure—easily breakable, making fragging simple but requiring careful handling.
Sensitive to parameter swings, particularly alkalinity and calcium fluctuations.
Final Tips:
Maintain strong flow and stable parameters, provide room for its unique growth, and consider target feeding for enhanced coloration. With proper care, Montipora Spongodes can develop into a beautifully structured, fast-growing SPS coral in a reef aquarium!
