Why is Shiva offered Bael /Bilva leaf on Mahashivratri?

The Bilva or Bael leaf is regarded as most sacred and dear to Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva is worshipped with Bael or Bilva leaves, especially on the night of Mahashivratri. There is also an entire Stora named the Bilvashtakam composed by Adi Shankaracharya about the significance of the offering of Bilva leaves to Lord Shiva.
This video explains the prayer and the legend behind the practice of offering Bael or Bilva leaves to Lord Shiva, especially on the night of Mahashivratri.
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[@Lathusloka]

Excellent
Thanks

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Thank you so much.

[@sajishgp]

It's called Koovalam in Kerala, I guess.

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I didn't know...checked up online. That seems to be correct.