Also known as wood blewit, this type of Lepista is native to Europe. It has a fuzzy blue coloration at the base of its stem, therefore adopting the name Bluefoot. it is similar to the widely cultivated Blewit - Lepista nuda. Beautiful purple-lilac caps. Spore print is white, this one can resemble a Cortinarius (spore print rusty orange) so take a spore prints and no problems! Appr. weight: 5 lb.
Edibility and Taste: Meaty and sweet with a silky texture. Grows On: Hardwood leaf compost or composted livestock manure. Fruiting Temps: Fruits after first freeze and during cold months (30-45F) Availability: Year-Round
