Verdant Glow Alveopora Mini Colony
Quick Stats
Care Level: Moderate
Temperament: Semi-Aggressive
Color Form: Two-Tone Green Polyps, Deep Green Base with Lighter Green Highlights
Water Conditions: 24-26°C, dKH 8-12, pH 8.1-8.4, sg 1.023-1.025
Family: Poritidae
Lighting: Moderate to High
Supplements: Calcium, Magnesium, Trace Elements
Waterflow: Moderate to Strong
Placement: Middle to Upper
Overview
The Verdant Glow Alveopora Mini Colony brings a rich and harmonious two-tone green color palette to your reef tank. With a deep green base and subtle, lighter green highlights on its polyps, this coral exudes an elegant glow that perfectly complements the natural beauty of your aquascape. The smaller colony size makes it an ideal choice for aquarists with limited space or those looking to add a touch of vibrancy without overwhelming the tank.
A hardy and adaptable species, this Alveopora thrives in a variety of conditions, making it perfect for both novice and experienced hobbyists. Its semi-aggressive nature means it should be placed with care to allow for proper growth, ensuring it remains a peaceful addition to your reef.
Care & Feeding
The Verdant Glow Alveopora is photosynthetic but will thrive even more when given occasional feedings of small, nutrient-rich foods like mysis shrimp or specialized coral pellets. These supplemental feedings will help it grow faster and maintain its stunning two-tone coloration.
Stable water parameters, particularly calcium, magnesium, and trace elements, are crucial for maintaining its vibrant green colors and encouraging healthy growth.
Optimal Parameters
- Alkalinity (dKH): 8-12
- Calcium (Ca): 400-450 ppm
- Magnesium (Mg): 1250-1350 ppm
- Nitrate (NO3): 1-10 ppm
- Phosphate (PO4): 0.01-0.05 ppm
Placement
Place the Verdant Glow Alveopora Mini Colony in the middle to upper sections of your reef tank. It thrives under moderate to high lighting, which enhances its two-tone green colors, while moderate to strong water flow will allow its polyps to fully expand and bring the coral to life.
Add a burst of natural elegance to your reef with the Verdant Glow Alveopora Mini Colony—a coral that radiates calm beauty and vibrant color, perfect for aquarists seeking a visually stunning yet manageable addition to their tank.