Fern, Wood
- Also Known As: Southern Shield Fern, River Fern
- Botanical Name: Thelypteris kunthii
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Light Requirement: Partial Shade, Full Shade
- Water Demand: Low|Medium
- Landscape Use: Deer Resistant, Focal Point/Specimen Plant, Screen - Visual, Erosion Control
- Native or Adapted: Native
- Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
- Plant Form: Upright
- Region: North Central Texas
- Plant Spread: 2' - 4'
- Plant Height: 2' - 4'
Description
One of the most drought-tolerant ferns. Light green color. Fast grower.