At latest update, relevant information on excretion into breast milk was not found. Plant largely used as food, infusion (tea) and extract. Because of a lack of toxicity, a moderate use as Phytotherapy during breastfeeding, is thought to be of low or nil risk. Herbal leaves are used. Constituents are: Lactones, phenol acids, flavonoids, steroids. Not proven effects: cholagogue, liver protector, hypocholesterolemic effect.