And phlegmatic  and phlegm may come from  the same root word, but they aren't the same.  Phlegm, which is a buildup of mucus in the throat, may be caused by various conditions, such as having a cold.  You may have a certain amount of mucus in your throat at all times, because it helps to remove particles, protects the tissue in the throat, and reduces infection. 

When I was a kid, if you brought up phlegm from your throat before you spit, it was called a hawker, due to the sound you made to bring up the phlegm.   

I can be fairly phlegmatic before eight in the morning, but by then I'm awake.

4 minutes ago, drpaladin said:

But where do you rank on the 'Is it Alive or Jello Scale'?

More like be careful, it's a bear fresh out of hibernation.

4 minutes ago, drpaladin said:

So duct tape you or hit you over the head with a frying pan before waking you up.

It's safer to throw me sausage and biscuits and run away.