Carolina jasmine

Gelsemium sempervirens

Gelsemium sempervirens, commonly known as yellow jessamine or Carolina jasmine, is a flowering plant native to the southeastern United States. While it has been used in traditional medicine, particularly homeopathy, there are no specific recorded uses for this plant. A study identified various depsides and phenolic glycerides in its roots and rhizomes, estimating its phenolic content. The study also found that property value was a significant predictor of interaction frequency but had a small effect on plant reproduction. Among nine frequently used homeopathic medicines with meaningful indications for COVID-19 symptoms, Gelsemium sempervirens was one of them. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.

At a glance
Best evidence
B
Cautions

Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

What the science says

  • Gelsemium sempervirens was one of nine homeopathic medicines whose prescribing indications were ascertained in this study. B PMID
  • The study found that among 28 residential subdivisions, property value was a significant predictor of interaction frequency but had a small effect on plant reproduction. D PMID
  • The study identified various depsides and phenolic glycerides in Gelsemium sempervirens roots and rhizomes, alongside estimating its phenolic content. D PMID
  • Gelsemium sempervirens was among nine homeopathic medicines frequently used and found meaningful in this study of COVID-19 cases. B PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Carolina jasmine?

Carolina jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about Carolina jasmine?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Carolina jasmine; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: Gelsemium sempervirens was one of nine homeopathic medicines whose prescribing indications were ascertained in this study.

How strong is the evidence for Carolina jasmine?

The strongest finding for Carolina jasmine carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Carolina jasmine safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Carolina jasmine in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Carolina jasmine interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Carolina jasmine in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Carolina jasmine?

Carolina jasmine is also known as: Гельземий вечнозелёный, Jasmin de Caroline.

Is Carolina jasmine a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Sources

  1. T2 Homeopathic Medicines in Second Wave of COVID-19: Prognostic Factor Research. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Homeopathic Medicines in Third (Omicron) Wave of COVID-19: Prognostic Factor Research. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 It Is Not All about Alkaloids-Overlooked Secondary Constituents in Roots and Rhizomes of Gelsemium sempervirens (L.) J.St.-Hil. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Socioecological drivers of mutualistic and antagonistic plant-insect interactions and interaction outcomes in suburban landscapes. literature abstract metadata