Annona muricata is a member of the Annonaceae family and is a fruit tree with a
long history of traditional use. A. muricata, also known as soursop, graviola and guanabana,
is an evergreen plant that is mostly distributed in tropical and subtropical regions of the
world. The fruits of A. muricata are extensively used to prepare syrups, candies, beverages,
ice creams and shakes.