Algaroba, Cashau, Pacay
Prosopis dulcis
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree.
Also as Mimosaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in the tropics of South America.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, Peru, Puerto Rico, South America, West Indies
How it is used for food
The ripe seeds are ground into flour.
Pods are sold in markets.
Edible parts
Seeds