Acropora - Bonsai Gorgonians but a well cared for

but a well cared for frag can grow into a beautiful colony in the aquarium

They grow up to 18 inches and typically have smooth shells

giving it the common name Velvet coral

Montipora are popular corals available in many spectacular colors and growth patterns

Acropora - Bonsai Gorgonians but a well cared forConsidered by many to be the pinnacle of reef keeping success, Acropora corals are extremely demanding, but just as rewarding if given proper care. They require exceptionally stable water quality which can only be provided in a well established aquarium over 6 months old. High levels of nitrate and phosphate are not tolerated and commonly cause browning; although low, stable levels are necessary for best growth and color. Alkalinity, calcium,