The logo of Leafware featuring the word 'Leafware' with 'Leaf' in green and 'ware' in brown.

Serveware made from naturally fallen areca palm leaves, designed for everyday use, events, and businesses.

Our product range

Stacked areca plates and bowls of various shapes and sizes on a stone surface outdoors.
A areca square bowl placed on a wooden surface with a stack of similar bowls in the background.

Products

Stack of areca trays, with one tray placed upright in front of the stack.

Clean, structured plates suited for mains, appetisers, and plated meals.

Square Plates (7” × 7”)

Rectangle Plates (6” × 9”)

A versatile format for starters, shared plates, and food service.

Stack of areca plates isolated on light wood surface with one plate leaning against the stack.
Stack of biodegradable areca bowls on a light wooden surface with a plain light background.

A classic shape designed for full meals and formal serving.

Round Plates (10”)

Round bowls (5”)

Ideal for desserts, sides, dips, and smaller portions.

Empty biodegradable areca food storage container with recycled plastic lid.

Available in areca, PLA, and RPET options depending on use case.

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Designed for real use

A biodegradable areca plate with a cooked chicken breast topped with herbs, served with fresh cooked spinach and small roasted potatoes on a wooden table. Accompanying items include a glass of water, half a lemon, and a bowl of green olives.
Container of mixed green leaf lettuce, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and sliced red bell peppers.
Multiple small cheesecakes topped with raspberries and white chocolate shavings, served in areca bowls on a wooden table with cups of coffee.
Breakfast table with coffee, poached eggs on toast, roasted vegetables, yogurt with granola, croissants, and a small flower vase.
A areca bowl filled with creamy yogurt topped with blueberries, raspberries, granola, and slices of almonds.
Cooked pasta with zucchini, mushrooms, red bell peppers, and green peppers in a areca dish.

Why Leafware

Compostable by default

Durable and heat-resistant

Suitable for hot and cold food

Free from coatings and chemicals

Areca square plate with text indicating it is eco-friendly, breaks down naturally in 60 days, made from fallen palm leaves, and is compostable without chemicals.
Areca tray with icons and text indicating it is sturdy and durable, 100% compostable, microwave safe, and suitable for hot and cold foods.

Custom branding

Custom designs

Custom measurements

Custom solutions for businesses

A rectangular areca tray with rounded edges and the words 'Customised Branding' engraved in the bottom left corner.
A areca divided plate with three sections on a white surface.
A areca spoon with a smooth finish on a plain white background.

Tested and certified

Safe for direct food contact (EU EC 1935/2004)

LFGB tested

Hygienically safe under ISO standards

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Tested and certified by SGS - Safe for Direct Food Contact

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FAQs

  • Our products are made from the naturally fallen sheaths of areca palm leaves. These sheaths are collected, cleaned, and then moulded into durable, eco-friendly tableware and containers without the use of chemicals or additives.

  • Unlike plastic, our products are completely biodegradable and compostable, leaving no long-term environmental impact. Compared to paper, our products are more durable and naturally aesthetic, with a unique texture and appearance that enhances the dining experience.

  • Yes! Our tableware and containers are 100% biodegradable and compostable. They naturally break down in about 60 days under composting conditions, leaving no harmful residue.

  • Our tableware and containers are designed for single use, especially for events or takeaways. However, they are sturdy enough that you might be able to reuse them a few times with gentle care, such as for light snacks or dry foods.

  • Our areca palm leaves are sourced sustainably from plantations in regions where these trees are abundant. The leaves naturally fall off the trees, so no trees are cut down in the process.

  • We offer a wide range of products, including plates, bowls, cups, trays, and food containers in various sizes. Each product is crafted to suit different needs, from small snacks to full meals.

  • No, our products are odourless and tasteless, ensuring that the natural flavour of your food is preserved without any interference.

  • Yes, our products are suitable for both hot and cold foods. They are designed to handle various temperatures without affecting their integrity or performance.