The Camphor Silk Moth (Samia canningi) is one of Southeast Asia’s most elegant wild silk moths — a large, softly patterned species dressed in warm tones of cream, tan, and brown, with the gentle, rounded wings characteristic of the celebrated Saturniidae family.
Found across the Himalayas, northeastern India, and Southeast Asia, this moth is a wild ancestor of domesticated silk production. Its larvae feed on a range of plants including camphor trees, cherry laurel, and lilac  — and like its close relatives, it produces silk of remarkable quality. The color of the silk it yields depends on the plant the caterpillar feeds upon , making each specimen a product of its own unique environment.
This museum-quality specimen is carefully mounted in a sleek black shadow box frame, with the common name, scientific name, and origin location labeled below. At 6x6 inches, it’s an understated and sophisticated piece — beautiful in a collection, on a gallery wall, or gifted to someone who appreciates the wonders of the natural world.
✔ Ethically and sustainably sourced
✔ Part of Asia’s ancient silk heritage
✔ A rare and refined collector’s piece
✔ Ready to hang or display