Bluefoot mushroom (Clitocybe nuda)

bluefoot mushrooms, also known as Lepista nuda or purplefoot Clitocybe Nuda

The blue foot mushrooms, also known as Lepista nuda or Clitocybe Nuda violet foot, are one of the most beautiful mushrooms that we can get during autumn outings, in addition to being one of the best known edible mushrooms.

These mushrooms are characterized by being of a blue color that has certain violet tones, which, in some specimens are usually much more intense than in others. His hat, which is usually a bit more brown in color and has a viscous cuticle, is capable of reaching interesting diameters of around 5-15cm, in addition, it has a fruity and intense aroma and usually grows when the end of the season is over. autumn.

Main characteristics of the blue foot mushroom

characteristics of the blue foot mushroom

Despite the fact that in certain cases his hat manages to grow with a diameter of around 15 cm, the most usual is that the mushrooms that are found, have a hat that is between 5-10cm.

At first, the shape of this is usually bulky, but then it flattens. In certain cases it is umbonado, while in others it is completely flattened. As we already mentioned, in its conventional form it is usually purplish blue, however, it has different shades.

Has a lubricated cuticle, which during rainy periods is usually viscous, which is basically inseparable from the meat, and when it reaches maturity, it turns a brown color in its center.

It also has tight lamellae and adnate, which have a striking violet color during the specimen's youth. One of its main characteristics is that it is possible to easily separate them from the meat, by inserting the nail of a finger into them.

It has a thick and cylindrical foot at the base, which stands out for being very fibrous, it usually has a color very similar to that of the blades, although in some cases it is a little lighter. This mushroom has a tender and thick meat, especially in the area of ​​the hatIn general, that of the foot is a little more fibrous, having a light lilac color and even on certain occasions it becomes whitish.

In the same way, it has a fruity smell, since it is a fairly aromatic mushroom that has a nice sweet taste.

In what type of habitat does the Bluefoot Mushroom grow?

The blue foot mushroom is a mushroom that grows profusely during the fall late, although it is also possible to get it when winter has already entered in various areas. It appears in different habitats, pine forests, plains and even among the heather, continuously and extensively.

Where can you find the Bluefoot Mushroom?

Where can you find the Bluefoot Mushroom?

It is possible to find the blue foot mushroom during the fall and winter in those lands that have a great abundance of litter, as in any kind of forest and around its edges, although they have different types of scrub, it also grows in meadows and other grassy areas, in gardens and parks.

Maybe because of the diversity of environments in which it is possible to get it and to grow even when the month of January is already advanced, the blue foot mushroom usually compensates the fans after a day where the thistle mushroom, the boletus and some other of the most valued species, they have completely finished their autumnal cycle.

How is the Bluefoot Mushroom eaten?

When it comes to the consumption of the Bluefoot Mushroom, the most advisable thing is usually to separate the cuticle hat, and then cook it in order to make all its viscosity disappear.

Although it is a good edible, it should be noted that your consumption raw could cause certain disordersFor this reason, one of the many options available is to prepare them fried with a little chopped garlic. So consume it with caution and well cooked so that it is not indigestible.


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