Soursop originates from the tropical regions of the Americas. It was first introduced to other countries after Columbus discovered the Americas, spread by the Spanish, then brought to the Philippines, and subsequently dispersed to all tropical climate countries. This plant is widely cultivated for its fruit. The leaves of this plant are widely believed to be a cancer remedy because they contain annonaceous acetogenins (AGEs), which can inhibit the development of cancer cells.

It grows well in regions with an altitude of 100–1,000 m above sea level (m.a.s.l.), air temperatures of 22–32 C, and annual rainfall of 1,500–3,000 mm/year. Soursop can grow in various soil textures, ranging from sandy loam to clay, provided the soil has good drainage. This tree generally grows in slightly acidic soil, with an optimal pH of 5–6.5.

• Root (Akar) Taproot.

• Stem (Batang) Sturdy, cylindrical, rough surface, dark brown color, grows straight upright.

• Leaves (Daun) Elongated-round, short pointed tip (acute). Old leaves are shiny green, young leaves are yellowish-green, thick, and somewhat stiff. Pinnate venation.

• Flower (Bunga) Large size, with thick, yellow petals (mahkota). The petals are arranged in layers.

• Fruit (Buah) Accessory fruit (buah semu), yellowish-green skin. The flesh is shiny white, soft, fibrous.

• Seed (Biji) Flat and black color.

• Propagation is done generatively (seeds) and vegetatively (top grafting, budding).

• Anticancer, anti-acne, treats gout, back pain, diabetes, rheumatism, acts as a phlegm thinner (expectorant), treats hemorrhoids, and lowers high blood pressure.

• Annonaceous acetogenins, saponins, tannins, quinones, steroids, triterpenoids, flavonoids, alkaloids (reticuline, coclaurine, coreximine), kaempferol compounds, essential oils, and annomuricatin.