TILE by Tevaplanter

Most planters hold soil in a pot. TILE by Tevaplanter takes a different approach: the maker describes it as a tile whose surface plant roots attach to, reproducing the kind of growing environment found in a tropical rainforest. The idea, presented as a Kickstarter project, is to bring a small patch of jungle indoors without the usual watering routine.

How it works

The maker says a water-holding structure inside the tile keeps moisture at an appropriate level and supplies water to the plant continuously, which is meant to reduce care to a minimum. Because the roots cling to the tile itself, the maker presents the design as nature-inspired technology rather than a conventional pot.

• Self-watering: an internal reservoir structure provides a steady water supply, according to the maker
• Vertical mounting: can be attached to walls or partitions to add greenery where floor space is limited
• Tool-free setup: plants can be set up right away without tools, the maker says
• Desk or wall placement: intended to work as an interior piece as well as a planter

Where it fits

The maker positions TILE for homes and offices, aimed at people who want living plants in their space with less maintenance, and as a decorative element in its own right. Details such as dimensions, materials, reservoir capacity and suitable plant species are not given in the source material.