Highest quality plates with lowest price !100% compostable alternative to standard disposable plates? Our leaf plates are made from the naturally shed leaf sheaths of the areca palm trees. Palm leaves have been used in India as plates and food vessels for hundreds of years, particularly for social events and celebrations.And now, as a by-product of over 750,000 acres of existing areca tree plantations, we can bring you these totally compostable and biodegradable – and very stylish – disposable plates made without any chemicals, resins, dyes or synthetic materials. A truly sustainable eco-friendly product. Perfect for weddings, parties, family get-togethers picnics and barbecues. The plates are strong, stylish and sturdy, watch out, some guests might sneak a few home. Absolutely hygienic, can be used straight from the pack. Although intended for single use, many people find they can simply wipe the plates clean or hand wash them and use them multiple times. And when you’re done with them, you can just pop them on the compost pile and in 6 to 8 weeks you’ve got some more lovely rich nutrients for the garden. ​No trees are ever cut to produce this natural dinnerware. It is made from nature’s simplest ingredients - fallen leaves, heat and water. The leaves fall naturally from the Areca nut palm plant. Truly back to the earth!