At Ancient Origins Medicinals, our herbal farm is the living heart of our work. Nestled on Southern Vancouver Island, surrounded by mountains and ocean air, the land is tended with reverence, care, and respect for the cycles of nature.
Every herb we grow carries the story of the soil, the seasons, and the hands & hearts, that nurture it.
We grow a diverse array of medicinal plants using organic and regenerative practices that support both the health of the earth and the potency of the medicine.
From seed to harvest, our herbs are cultivated in nutrient-rich soil, and carefully stewarded without the use of synthetic chemicals. We never use chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. Instead, we support soil health and allow the land’s natural intelligence—microbes, fungi, insects, animals, and weather—to help guide the growing process.
Each harvest is either made into fresh tincture, or slow-dried in darkness and hand-processed to preserve its full vitality, potency, and spirit.
Beyond cultivation, our farm is a sanctuary—a place where medicine, teaching, and healing come together. Here, plants are not only grown as remedies but also honoured as teachers and allies. By supporting our farm, you are part of a regenerative cycle: sustaining local herbalism, keeping medicine close to its source, and helping us preserve the integrity of ancient plant wisdom for future generations.
The farm is guided by sisters Megan Waddy, Medical Herbalist, and Dr. Jenna Waddy, Naturopathic Physician, who combine clinical expertise with regenerative growing practices and a passion for locally grown, premium-quality herbs. Our apothecary was born out of a need for vibrant, effective, and ethically made remedies to support our own clinical work. Very quickly we recognized that other practitioners and community members shared this need.
