“…Also, the distinctive odor produced may be influenced by the presence of volatile oil compounds. 11 The B. rubra stems were observed in cross, longitudinal, and paradermal sections (Figure 2). Consequently, the epidermis, cortex, endodermis, pith, xylem, phloem, and cambium were visible in cross-section, while the longitudinal section only showed the epidermis, cortex, endodermis, and pith.…”