Irregular Montipora
Montipora informis
Montipora informis forms encrusting colonies with irregular outlines, sometimes with small protrusions. Its color is usually brown, beige, or dull green. The corallites are small and not very prominent. It grows slowly to moderately. It tolerates moderate light and low to moderate flow. It is a very hardy coral, suitable for less stable aquariums. It can cover rocks and walls.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 24–27 |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 |
| GH | 8–12 |
| KH | 8–12 |
| Salinity | 1.023–1.025 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 15 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.15 |
Care
Care notes
Stable parameters: temperature 24-27°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.023-1.025, calcium 400-450 ppm, magnesium 1250-1350 ppm. Moderate to intense lighting. Low to moderate flow. Feeding: photosynthetic, no supplemental feeding required. Minimum tank volume: 40 liters for a frag. Compatible with most fish and invertebrates. Easy propagation by base fragmentation.