The family Aristolochiaceae is a group of flowering plants that includes nearly 600 species. This family is also known as the birthwort family or pipevine family. Some common synonyms for the family Aristolochiaceae include Asaraceae, Saruma family, and Aristolochoiaceae. These synonyms are often used interchangeably to refer to the same group of plants. The family Aristolochiaceae is characterized by its unique flowers, which are often shaped like a pipe or a pouch. Many species in this family are also used medicinally, and some are even considered to be toxic. Despite their diverse properties, all species in the Aristolochiaceae family share a common ancestry and similar genetic makeup.