Algarroba is a Spanish word that refers to a type of tree commonly found in Latin America. It is also used to refer to the edible fruit of this tree, which is also known as carob. In some countries, algarroba is also used to refer to the flour made from the fruit, which is used as a chocolate substitute in baking.
There are various synonyms for the word algarroba, including carob tree, St. John's bread, locust bean, and johannisbrotbaum. These synonyms are commonly used in different parts of the world to refer to the same tree or its fruit. In some regions, algarroba is also known as kibesia, chachacoma, or huayo.