Chili Pepper Montipora Frag

$37.50

The Chili Pepper Montipora is a true show-stealer with a glowing lime green base and contrasting red polyps that burst to life under blue or actinic lighting. This fast-growing encrusting coral brings movement, texture, and heat to your aquascape without overwhelming your care routine.

Known for its steady growth and resilience, this Monti is a favorite among SPS lovers looking to liven up shaded rockwork or add bold contrast near high-light zones. Over time, it may even develop unique plating formations, making it both a visual statement and a versatile builder in your reef layout.

Ideal for moderate to experienced hobbyists, the Chili Pepper Montipora thrives in stable conditions with consistent dosing and water changes. It plays well with others and makes a fantastic addition to mixed SPS or peaceful reef environments.

The Chili Pepper Montipora is a true show-stealer with a glowing lime green base and contrasting red polyps that burst to life under blue or actinic lighting. This fast-growing encrusting coral brings movement, texture, and heat to your aquascape without overwhelming your care routine.

Known for its steady growth and resilience, this Monti is a favorite among SPS lovers looking to liven up shaded rockwork or add bold contrast near high-light zones. Over time, it may even develop unique plating formations, making it both a visual statement and a versatile builder in your reef layout.

Ideal for moderate to experienced hobbyists, the Chili Pepper Montipora thrives in stable conditions with consistent dosing and water changes. It plays well with others and makes a fantastic addition to mixed SPS or peaceful reef environments.

Care Information

๐Ÿ”† Lighting: Moderate to High
๐Ÿ’จ Flow: Moderate to High
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Feeding: Broadcast Feeding Recommended
๐ŸŒŠ Salinity: 1.025
๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature: 78ยฐF
๐Ÿงช Alk (Alkalinity): 8.4โ€“8.6 dKH
๐ŸงŠ Ca (Calcium): 420โ€“440 ppm
๐Ÿงฌ Mg (Magnesium): ~1400 ppm

Water Parameters

To support optimal growth, coloration, and skeletal development, aim for the following stable conditions:

  • Specific Gravity (Salinity): 1.025โ€“1.026

  • Temperature: 75โ€“78ยฐF

  • pH: 8.1โ€“8.4

  • Alkalinity: 8.0โ€“9.5 dKH

  • Calcium: 400โ€“450 ppm

  • Magnesium: 1300โ€“1450 ppm

  • Nitrate (NOโ‚ƒ): 10โ€“25 ppm

  • Phosphate (POโ‚„): 0.01โ€“0.1 ppm

  • Nitrite (NOโ‚‚): Undetectable

  • Ammonia (NHโ‚ƒ): Undetectable