Anemonastrum flaccidum, commonly known as the flaccid anemone or soft windflower, is a perennial herb native to forest understories, meadows, and grassy slopes in East Asia, including regions along the Amur River, Sakhalin, central, eastern, and southern China and Japan. It typically grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall and wide, with a delicate appearance characterized by its nodding stems and deeply divided leaves. The flaccid anemone blooms from March to June, producing solitary, nodding flowers with white petal-like sepals and a central cluster of yellow stamens, which are quite showy despite the plant’s modest size.

The soft windflower is valued for its early spring blooms and is often used in woodland gardens, shade gardens, and naturalized areas where it can form attractive clumps. It prefers partial to full shade and thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soils. While it requires consistent moisture, it is important to avoid waterlogged conditions. The plant is relatively low-maintenance but may need protection from late frosts that can damage early growth. It is generally pest-free but can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0