Montipora ‘Flower Petal’

Characteristics:

• Species: Montipora sp. (SPS stony coral)

• Variant: Montipora flower petal

• Colour: Neon green fabric with contrasting purple polyps, particularly intense under strong lighting

• Structure: Flat to plating-like growth form that can spread quickly and forms stable colonies

• Light requirements: Medium to high – for strong colors, strong LED or hybrid lighting is recommended

• Current: Moderate to strong to promote healthy growth and keep the polyps moving

Care instructions:
The Montipora "flower petal" is a colorful SPS coral that requires stable water parameters. It prefers medium to strong light and a strong current to optimally display its vibrant green tissues and purple polyps. Under favorable conditions, it grows rapidly and is ideal for use as a ground cover in reef construction.

Special features:

• Striking color contrast of green tissue and purple polyps

• Fast growth, ideal for creating vibrant reef structures

• Demanding but rewarding SPS coral for advanced aquarists

• A rare eye-catcher that visually enhances any pool