Dryopteris normalis

Southern Wood Fern is a fast-growing Texas native fern that demands moist, well-drained, acidic soils throughout the spring and summer. Semi-evergreen in warmer areas but will die back to the roots altogether if temperatures drop below freezing. Leaves are a light green hue and very graceful and delicate, and It spreads quickly by underground runners. 

Height: 1’-3’
Spread: 1’-2’
Bloom:  N/A
Light: Part Shade, Full Shade
Water: High
Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10
Origin: Texas