Aquilegia buergeriana, commonly known as Japanese Columbine, is a perennial herb native to the moist deciduous woodlands and forest edges of Japan. It typically grows 30-60 cm tall and features compound leaves that are green and fern-like in appearance. The plant is renowned for its nodding, spurred flowers which range in color from blue to violet, with contrasting yellow stamens, blooming from late spring to early summer. The flowers are quite showy and attract pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds.

Japanese Columbine is valued for its unique flower shape and color, which add visual interest to shaded garden areas. It is often used in shaded borders, woodland gardens, and as an understory plant in semi-shaded areas. This species prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and thrives under partial shade, though it can tolerate morning sun. While it is relatively low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to leaf miners and powdery mildew. It is not typically invasive and can be propagated by seed.CC BY-SA 4.0