What lighting does Montipora foliosa need?

Montipora foliosa (Plating Monti) requires Moderate-High lighting for optimal growth and coloration.

What water flow does Montipora foliosa need?

Montipora foliosa (Plating Monti) thrives with Moderate-High water flow.

Where should I place Montipora foliosa in my reef tank?

Montipora foliosa (Plating Monti) does best in the mid-top of the aquarium.

Is Montipora foliosa aggressive?

Montipora foliosa (Plating Monti) has a peaceful temperament.

How hard is Montipora foliosa to keep?

Montipora foliosa (Plating Monti) is considered moderate difficulty.

What family does Montipora foliosa belong to?

Montipora foliosa belongs to the family Acroporidae. This classification is verified by WoRMS (World Register of Marine Species), AphiaID 207182.

SPS

Montipora foliosa

Plating Monti

Thin leaf-like plates. Delicate edges but fast growth compensates.

Genus Montipora

Family Acroporidae

WoRMS AphiaID: 207182

Feeding Photosynthetic

Fragging Snap

Moderate Care

Care Parameters

Lighting

Moderate-High

Flow

Moderate-High

Placement

mid-top

Temperament

peaceful

Temperature

75-80°F / 24-27°C

Alkalinity

8-12 dKH

Calcium

400-450 ppm

Primary source: AllCorals Reference 1 observation across 1 source

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Cards in Collection

18 cards for Montipora foliosa