Wildcrafted Milkweed Pods – For Altars, Dream Work & Nature Craft

Asclepias syriaca | Grown at Lizzy Lane Farm
A symbol of wild magic, monarchs, and transformation—soft, hand-gathered, and full of meaning.

Overview

Gathered wild along the sunlit edges of Lizzy Lane Farm in New Hampshire, these Wildcrafted Milkweed Pods (Asclepias syriaca) are delicate treasures—tied to folklore, pollinators, and the quiet workings of the natural world.

Each pod is carefully selected, never  over harvested, and offered in the spirit of stewardship. Their silks were once used in pillows said to invite dreams of the fae. Their seeds drift on the wind like tiny prayers. They hold space—on the altar, in the home, and within the imagination.

The Milkweed Story

Milkweed is sacred here. For generations, we’ve let it grow untouched, preserving vital habitat for monarch butterflies. Each fall, we gather only what we need—just a few, soft and full—with gratitude and intention.

Cradled in your hands, a pod feels like a promise: of change, of softness, of care. Whether placed on a curiosity shelf, added to a dream pillow, or saved for springtime seed-spreading, each one carries a whisper of wildness.

Botanical Profile

• Botanical Name: Asclepias syriaca
• Plant Family: Apocynaceae
• Status: Wildcrafted
• Origin: New Hampshire, USA (LizzyLane Farm)
• Caffeine Content: None – not for ingestion

Common Uses:
– Dream work and intention-setting
– Folklore and spiritual rituals
– Altar or seasonal nature displays
– Monarch habitat restoration (seed-saving)
– Natural crafts or herbal decor

Packaging Details

Each milkweed pod is individually sealed in a clear cellophane bag, tied with a vintage-inspired botanical label. Offered per pod, with each one uniquely shaped by wind, time, and the season’s rhythm.

Stillroom Notes

As a child, I watched monarchs flit and rest among the milkweed beside my grandmother’s garden. She never touched those patches—said the butterflies needed them more than we did. I do the same now, saving just a few pods each fall for those who feel the same pull toward softness, stillness, and the wildness of things left untouched.

Milkweed teaches me the art of quiet care. Of waiting. Of giving room to something small, fragile, and sacred.

Simple Ritual Use – Dream Pillow Spell

Fluff from 1 milkweed pod

A pinch of lavender

A few rose petals or a sprig of rosemary

Tuck into a soft pouch and place inside your pillowcase. Traditionally said to encourage vivid dreams, insight, and messages from the beyond. Leave an offering—just a whispered thanks or a written note—to honor the plant spirit.