Carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua)

The Carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua) is an evergreen shrub indigenous to the Middle East and the Mediterranean region. It is frequently used in ornamental gardening and landscaping. The tree produces edible pods, which can be toasted, ground into a powder, and utilized as a chocolate substitute. Commercially, Carob trees are often grown in large orchards for their pods.