The sweetsop tree, also known as sugar-apple tree or custard apple tree, is a fruit-bearing plant native to tropical regions of Central America and the Caribbean. It is a small to medium-sized tree that typically grows up to 20 feet tall and has a short trunk with a wide and rounded crown. The fruit of the sweetsop tree is highly prized for its sweet and creamy flesh, which is similar in texture to custard. It is often eaten fresh or used in desserts, drinks, and smoothies. Other synonyms for the sweetsop tree include tree of sweets, soursop tree, and cherimoya tree. These names refer to other species of the same genus, Annona, which produce similar fruit. Regardless of its name, the sweetsop tree is a delicious and nutritious addition to any tropical garden or orchard.