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It seems somewhat implausible for the bean pods to hang from tall trees and be stuffed with a sweet content. But nature is a great artisan. She created the Carob tree, on the branches of which such pods periodically appear. True, such a tree cannot be planted in Siberia, since it prefers freezing temperatures all year round
Rod Ceratonia
The only species of the genus
Ceratonia (Ceratonia) is an evergreen"
Ceratonia follicle", Which sounds in the Russian version as"
Carob ยป.
At first glance, it may seem that we have never met the word "Ceratonia" in our life. But for those who love precious stones and know the unit for measuring their weight, this word is familiar. After all, it was from the word "Ceratonia" that the "carat" was born in Ancient Rome, who loved luxury. True, sometimes the word "carat" is associated with the Arabic name for the seeds of the Carob tree, which sounds similar. Although it is sometimes difficult to say unequivocally where the beginning and where the effect is, many words in different languages are so firmly intertwined. And before "carat" such a measure of weight was called "silicwa" - after the second word of the name of Ceratonia siliqua - "siliqua".
In general, small seeds of the Carob tree were called "karat", which were used instead of weights, weighing the prestige of the owner of the jewelry. Nature showed amazing meticulousness, creating such seeds that the weight of each was a constant value, approximately equal to modern 0.2 grams. Therefore, the seeds were used to determine the weight (mass) of precious stones and pearls.
Ceratonia follicle
Ceratonia follicle (Ceratonia siliqua) or Carob tree is distinguished by a brownish-gray uneven bark covering the squat trunk. The trunk can be straight or curved. The tree grows slowly, rising up to a maximum of 15 meters. Lives long if no one or nothing interferes.
Branches of a tree located at an angle sometimes twist intricately or bend towards the ground. The dark green ovoid leaves form complex feathery leaves. The underside of the leaves is a lighter tone.
As a rule, trees are divided into female and male, with unisexual yellowish inconspicuous flowers collected in cluster inflorescences. But hermaphrodites also happen. Bloom lasts from May to December.
The maturity of long (up to 25 cm) non-opening pods occurs almost a year later, giving a person a sweet juicy pulp in late summer or early autumn of next year. Ripening is determined by the moment when the beans begin to fall from the tree without assistance.
Today, carob seeds are no longer used as a measure of weight, but by roasting them, they prepare a drink that resembles either coffee or cocoa. The rich carbohydrate content of the pods makes them a valuable food for humans and livestock.
Growing
For those who are suddenly tempted to grow the Carob tree as a houseplant, a short information about his addictions.
Growing in natural conditions on rocky slopes, the tree loves the sun and the temperature is not lower than zero (0) degrees. The soil should be calcareous or stony, but at the same time it should be loose, well fertilized (including manure) and with a good drainage system.
It is necessary to somehow manage to acquire a hermaphrodite, or buy two different-sex bushes, always with a lump of earth on the roots, otherwise the seedling will not take root in a new place.
If you want to give the tree a certain shape, they resort to cutting it, this does not contribute to productivity. Therefore, wanting to get a more impressive harvest, it is enough to get rid of only the branches that spoil the appearance, that is, broken, dry and ugly located.
Enemies
The tree has many enemies. These are beetles and worms that love to spoil wood and foliage, as well as microscopic fungi that provoke decay of roots or cancer of the trunk and branches. The best defense against enemies is
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