Quick Information Identification Plant Type: Evergreen tree Height: Typically 30 to 50 feet (9 to 15 meters) tall Leaves: Thick, leathery, dark green, pinnate with 6-10 oval leaflets Stem: Rough, dark brown bark Flowers: Small, inconspicuous, blooming in late summer or early fall Roots: Deep root system Growth Habit: Broad, spreading crown Crown: Dense and rounded Distribution & Habitat Native Region: Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East Habitat: Grows in dry, well-drained soils, commonly found in coastal areas and rocky hillsides USDA Hardiness Zone: 9 through 11 Growth & Lifespan Growth Rate: Slow to moderate; typically grows about 12-24 inches (30-60 cm) per year Lifespan: Long-lived; often several centuries Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun Soil: Well-drained; prefers dry, rocky, or sandy soils Water: Highly drought-tolerant; minimal watering needed Drought Tolerance: High; well-suited to dry Mediterranean climates Resilience & Pests Diseases: Resistant to most diseases; occasionally affected by root rot in poorly drained soils Pests: Generally pest-resistant, but can attract scale insects and caterpillars Reproduction & Propagation Reproductive System: Dioecious; produces separate male and female flowers on different trees Propagation: Through seeds or cuttings Additional Information Wildlife Value: Provides food (pods) and habitat for various wildlife species, including livestock and wild animals Uses: Carob pods for food products (e.g., carob powder, syrup), timber, ornamental planting IUCN Conservation Status: Not currently listed as threatened; widely cultivated and managed
