This document summarizes the characteristics of the Annonaceae plant family. It includes 130 genera and 2300 species of aromatic trees and shrubs found in tropical regions. Key features include oil ducts in bark, leaves and flowers, alternate simple leaves, axillary or terminal inflorescences, numerous spirally arranged stamens and carpels on a receptacle, and fruits that are aggregates of berries. Several species have economic importance as sources of edible fruits, oils, fibers, and wood.