Ceratonia consists of evergreen shrubs or small trees characterized by pinnate leaves that have wavy edges. The species produces upright racemes bearing small, petal-less flowers, which are succeeded by noticeable, bean-shaped fruits.

Ceratonia

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Ceratonia siliqua, commonly known as the carob tree, is a robust evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It features dense, dark green pinnate leaves and has a thick brown bark. In spring, it produces small racemes, measuring between 2 to 6 centimeters, adorned with greenish-red flowers. These blooms give way to elongated, leathery pods that turn a deep brown to black, encasing a sweet, edible pulp.