Bala (Sida Cordifolia) – Properties, Benefits & Dosage Description of Bala plant Bala botanical name is Sida cordifolia. Sida cordifolia is perennial herb that grows 30mts in height. Bala Leaves are oblong or ovate and are 2.5-7cm long and 2.5-5cm broad with 6-7 veins. Bala leaves are serrate, truncate and heart-shaped. Plant bears small, solitary, axillary and white or yellow colored flowers. Both Bala roots and stems are stout and strong. Bala Roots are bitter in taste, odorless and grayish