Where are our original records of this remedy found ? Hale's New Remedies. Hughes' Club Monograph contains a complete study of it. N. A. Journal of Homoeopathy , Vol. III. What is Gelsemium ? It is the yellow or Carolina Jessamine , a beautiful southern flower. What part is used ? The fresh root where the diameter is not larger than goose quill. Describe process of making tincture. Chop and pound the fresh root to a fine pulp and weigh. Add gradually two parts of alcohol, by weight to each part of pulp. Stir thoroughly, pour into a well stoppered bottle and stand in a dark, cool place for eight days, shaking it daily. Decant, strain and filter. Drug power, 1/6. The tincture is clear, slightly brownish orange color, of a pleasant bitter taste and slightly acid reaction. What is the general physiological action of the drug ? Gelsemium centers its action upon the nervous system, producing various degrees of motor paralysis, and later, sensory as well ; a depressed, nervous condition ; languor and stupor are characteristic of the drug. It also lowers the action of the heart and lungs. Give five grand characteristics of the action of Gelsemium. 1. Dull , stupid apathetic mental condition. 2. Great weakness, muscular relaxation and deep-seated aching.