Rlc. Akiko Sato 'Volcano Queen' (Variegated) - 5" Pot - Buds

Akatsuka Orchid exclusive - created right here in Volcano. A one-of-a-kind treasure discovered among thousands, this highly variegated form of Rlc. Akiko Sato ‘Volcano Queen’ carries the same gardenia-like fragrance you love — with a twist.

Its striking strong variegation emerges with a soft pink hue before maturing into light yellow streaks. The first round of cloning successfully reproduced the variegation. A beauty for any collector or breeder.  

• Plant Stage:  Blooming Size with bud/bloom
  
• Rare Feature:  Leaves are highly variegated, some variegation is possible in flowers
  
• Average Plant Height:  10-12" tall
• Pot Size:  5" Pot (see photo for sizing)
• Blooming Season: Fall
• Bloom Size:  4"
• Fragrance:  Yes
• Last photo is of the variegated Mother Plant that was used to clone these starters.

Note:  This variety is one that goes through a dramatic color maturity.  During the blooming season, you will find that the initial opening of blooms will be lighter in color.  As the bloom matures with exposure to light, the color with transform to reveal the peach tones in the petals.  See the sample photo for details.