Common names include Lindheimer’s Marsh Fern, Lindheimer’s Maiden Fern, San Saba Fern, and Dwarf River Fern.
A cold-hardy, herbaceous perennial fern native to Central, South, and West Texas. It forms a dense, arching patch with delicate, light green fronds, typically reaching 2-3′ in height, occasionally taller. Spreads moderately by rhizomes to form colonies over time.
Thrives best in moist soils, especially alkaline or limestone-rich ones. Deer resistant and one of the few ferns tolerant of full sun.
Synonym: Thelypteris ovata var. lindheimeri
Height: 2′-3′ Spread: 5′-10′ (over several years) Light: Full Sun-Dappled Shade Water: Medium-High Zone: 7-9 Origin: Texas, Mexico, Jamaica, Central America
