Carob Tree – edible wild plant – how to find, identify, prepare, and other uses for survival.
Carob Tree (Ceratonia siliqua)
This large tree has a spreading crown. Its leaves are compound and alternate. Its edible seedpods, also known as Saint John’s bread, are up to 45 centimeters (18 inches) long and are filled with round, hard seeds and a thick pulp.
Where to Find: This tree is found throughout the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and parts of North Africa.
Edible Parts: The young, tender pods are edible raw or boiled. You can pulverize the seeds in mature pods and cook as porridge.