Suan Sunandha Rajabhat Student Produce paper from cut flower orchids to increase the value of waste materials.

design student Suan Sunandha Rajabhat produces ‘paper from orchids cut flowers left behind’ to reduce waste and create added value. International Awards in Hong Kong cut flower orchid It is a cash crop that has been cultivated a lot. But when it comes to a period of time that can not fully bloom. will be disposed of as solid waste that takes time to decompose Because the trunk has an outer sheath that looks shiny to prevent water seepage. make it difficult to decompose affect the environment Therefore, the orchid plant is processed into paper. with environmentally friendly processes biodegradable paper It is sticky, translucent and has a unique texture. It can be used as a substitute material in various product designs which in addition to reducing the amount of waste It is also another way to create added value. The paper has passed the standard test process with a tensile strength of 770 Newtons, a tear strength of 522 mN, a breaking pressure strength of 69.1 kPa, a water absorption drop of 6.75 seconds per 0.05 cubic centimeters. Awards – Gold Medal, 2021 IIDC Hong Kong International Invention and Design Competition from Hong Kong, owner of the work, Mr. Nut Singha, student of creative product design Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University