Areca Leaf Plates and Bowls : Your Eco-friendly Partner Areca plates are crafted from the leaf sheaths of the Areca Palm tree also known as Betel Nut tree which are abundantly available and cultivated in India! A handsome, single-stemmed tropical palm with broad, glossy green feather-shaped leaves protruding from a green crown-shaft and having a narrow, upright habit. The stem is solitary, slender and prominently marked with annulated scars of fallen fronds; its diameter varies from 40-50 cm. The leaves are collected, pressure washed to remove dirt and debris, sun dried for preservation, then molded into their plate or bowl form using heat and pressure. These sustainable plates and bowls provide an eco-friendly alternative to traditional disposable materials. - 100% biodegradable and compostable. - Eco-friendly and disposable. - A perfect substitute for plastic and paper-based products. - Hygienically prepared without the use of harmful chemicals. - No trees are being cut down. Dry leaves are a natural occurrence that fall from trees. - Suitable for Dry and Liquid foods that may be eatable hot or cold. All shown photos and images are for sample reference purposes. We are with many more designs and varieties for all categories. Your valuable inquiries will be fulfilled with all designs and specifications!