Family gardens (FHs) are traditional agroecosystems located near rural homes, which brings different benefits to peasant families, although their composition varies according to the ways of life and needs of each family. The research aimed to analyze the components and interactions that characterize the HF of the locality of Angangueo, located in the State of Michoacán, Mexico. The following categories of analysis were determined as a methodology: organization and distribution; family work; traditional management practices; use; benefits obtained, through the application of observation cards and interviews with HF owners. The results indicate that HFs lack of a defined structure, but they share general characteristics. They are located at the back of the land and houses, with the presence of ornamental, fruit and medicinal plants, as well as backyard animals. The participation of all me...