1. A tropical American tree (Prosopis pallida) that produces long pods used as food and fodder; also called mesquite.
Usage: Also spelled algaroba; Common in South America and the Caribbean; The pods are sweet and nutritious
2. The edible pod or seed of the algarrobo tree, used as livestock feed or human food.
Usage: Often ground into flour or used as a sweetener

Examples

• The algarrobo tree thrives in arid climates throughout Central and South America.
• Farmers use algarrobo pods as a nutritious supplement for cattle and goats.
• The sweet algarrobo flour is sometimes used as a substitute for chocolate in baking.
• In Peru, algarrobo has been cultivated for centuries as both food and medicine.
• The pods of the algarrobo contain high levels of protein and minerals.
• Local communities harvest algarrobo seeds to make traditional beverages.