About Shaman Australis Botanicals
Shaman Australis Botanicals was founded by Torsten Wiedemann in 1998 for the purpose of making available and distributing rare ethnobotanical plants, seeds, herbs, and extracts. Situated in the Byron Bay hinterland of Mullumbimby, the nursery was located on the side of Mt Chincogan for the first 25 years.
Shaman Australis Botanicals, also known simply as SAB, organised, held, and sponsored ethnobotany conferences in the early 2000s at the Mullumbimby property, and later provided support for similar events, research, and relevant law reform.
The early 2000s saw the start of the Shaman Australis Botanicals forum, The Corroboree. The importance of the forum cannot be overstated, the connections the forum facilitated saw the emergence of many friendships, organisations, and individual careers within the psychedelic society, here in Australia and internationally.
In 2022 Torsten decided to move onto other projects and there was only one person he was comfortable handing his ‘baby’ to, Linda, who had been working for SAB since 2005, and managing the business since 2011. This ensured a smooth transition for the business and a continuation of the original mission Torsten set out to achieve in 1988.
Our Story
From the 1st of July 2023, Shaman Australis Botanicals was under new ownership. Linda Kirkland, together with her husband Paul, moved the business down the road to Alstonville which provides some of New South Wales’s most fertile soils, along with a climate highly suited to the sub-tropical species SAB specialises in.Â
Our Benefits
High Quality Standards
We provide high quality plants with strong established root systems, thus ensuring healthy plants are delivered direct to you. Our products are sourced from reliable quality suppliers, ensuring industry standards are met.
Fast Shipping
We strive to provide fast delivery, with orders usually shipped within 2 business days from when placed and plant orders are given extra care by only shipping on Mondays and Tuesdays, avoiding weekend transit delays.
Competitive Pricing
We aim to provide the best prices possible, with the bonus of free shipping on orders over $250 and customer loyalty discounts provided, so keep an eye on your emails!
Customer Service
We pride ourselves in the customer service we provide, ensuring all customer inquiries are answered as soon as possible and providing expert guidance whenever required. No question is too big or too small.
Doing Our Part
We are proud to promote long term sustainability through use of water and waste. Implementing measures in daily operations, like installing water-efficient irrigation, collecting rainwater, and setting up a comprehensive waste management system that prioritises recycling and composting.
Knowledge and Experience
With over 40 years of experience combined, this husband-and-wife team has an abundance of botanical knowledge and technical experience in horticulture, as well as a passion for diverse, rare, and exotic plants.