Large Milkweed Pods (40 Pack)

Introduce a bold, natural feature to your aquascape with Milkweed Pods. These large, distinctive botanicals bring a rustic, organic presence to blackwater aquariums, combining a textured outer shell with a smooth interior surface that shrimp and bottom dwellers love to explore.

Milkweed Pods are particularly popular with Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp, as well as Corydoras, who actively graze on the biofilm that develops across their surface. While they release only low levels of tannins, they still contribute to gentle pH softening and help build a balanced, natural ecosystem within your aquarium.

All Castle Dawn Aquatics botanicals are organically sourced, free from pesticides, and naturally sun-dried without the use of chemicals.

Tannins Released: Low

 Key Features and Important Notes:

• What’s Included:
  1 × Pack of Milkweed Pods
  ⚠️ For aquarium use only. Not for human consumption.
• Average Size:
  7–10 cm (2.76–3.94 inches)
• Source:
  Quebec
• Flora:
  Asclepias syriaca
• Natural Visual Impact:
  Adds a bold, rustic focal point to blackwater and biotope aquascapes with a unique contrast between exterior and interior textures.
• Shrimp and Bottom Dweller Favourite:
  Encourages biofilm growth that provides a natural grazing surface for shrimp, Corydoras, plecos, and other bottom dwellers.
• Low Tannin Botanical:
  Releases low levels of tannins, ideal for aquarists who want a natural look without heavy water tinting.
• pH Softening Support:
  Gently helps lower pH while maintaining stable water parameters.
• Preparation Instructions:
  Boil for 15 minutes, then soak in cold water overnight before adding to your aquarium.
• Organic and Chemical-Free:
  Organically sourced, naturally sun-dried, and free from pesticides and ethanol.
• Natural Variation:
  This is a natural product. Colour, shape, and size will vary from piece to piece.
• Conservation Support:
  Part of the Wild Betta Rescue Program. Every purchase helps support conservation efforts across Southeast Asia.