These stylish pressed leaf lunch or dinner plates will add some natural beauty to your table for a special occasion. They are made from fallen palm leaves from plantations that go through a series of processes including steam, heat, pressure, and UV sterilization resulting in a durable plate. There are no adhesives, waxes, dyes, or any other chemical inputs. No trees are cut down to obtain the leaves which would normally be burned on the side of the road. Each plate is unique just as each leaf is unique. In fact, there are some really beautiful natural markings (similar to wood grain) that might be hard to part with. These plates are more durable than any disposable plastic, Styrofoam (eek!), or paper plates and are microwave (up to 2 minutes), oven (up to 350° for 45 minutes), freezer, and refrigerator safe. They can be washed (by hand) and used multiple times, particularly if used for dry ingredients, although substances like tomato sauce and beets will stain the plate somewhat. Pressed leaf bowls, small trays and hors d'oeuvres/dessert plates are also available. These plates are made in India, where the leaves are found. Verterra states that their employees receive a fair wage and are provided access to healthcare. Verterra Dinnerware passes the most stringent tests for health, safety, and compostability. There are eight plates per pack. Choose eight-inch or ten-inch square plates.

Materials: Palm leaves

Features:

• Uniquely beautiful plates add elegance to your table or event
• Certified compostable by Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI)
• Completely natural - no glues, finishes, waxes, or bleaches

Note to composters: When you are done with the plate, you can toss it in your home compost where it should break down in about two months (faster with hot composting and perhaps slower with cool composting in the middle of winter). As with any material, ripping the plate into pieces will speed biodegradation, but this is not necessary.