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Blewit Mushroom Lepista nuda

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Blewit Mushroom

Collybia nuda, Lepista nuda, Murasaki shimeji

10 cc/ml liquid fungi mycology culture syringe with a sterile needle.


The Blewit Mushroom, scientifically known as Lepista nuda and Collybia nuda, is a beautiful and distinctive edible mushroom known for its vibrant lavender to purple color. Commonly referred to as the Bluefoot Mushroom or Wood Blewit, this species is popular among mushroom foragers and culinary enthusiasts for its mild, earthy flavor and unique appearance. Blewit mushrooms are a fantastic choice for those looking to grow an unusual but delicious edible mushroom at home.

One of the most defining features of Blewit Mushrooms is their stunning purple to lavender hue, especially when young. As they mature, the color may fade slightly, but their distinct appearance makes them relatively easy to identify in the wild. This unique color adds visual appeal, making them a standout in any mushroom collection.

Blewits taste delicately pairs well with a variety of dishes, from creamy sauces and pastas to soups and sautés. Blewits can also be grilled or roasted, bringing out a rich, umami flavor that’s enhanced with simple seasonings like garlic, herbs, and butter.

Blewit Mushrooms are often found in leaf litter, compost piles, and forest floors where there is decaying organic matter. This makes them relatively easy to grow at home with the right substrate, such as white pine needles, compost, straw, or wood chips. Their adaptability and preference for nutrient-rich environments make Blewits a great choice for home cultivation, whether indoors or outdoors.

If you’re interested in cultivating a unique and delicious mushroom at home, starting with a Blewit Mushroom culture is an ideal choice. Our Blewit Mushroom cultures are developed under sterile conditions to ensure purity and vigor. Starting with a culture rather than spores provides a faster, more reliable growing experience, as you’ll have a head start with established mycelium. This means you’ll enjoy consistent, productive growth and a bountiful harvest.

Blewit Mushrooms are known for their ease of cultivation and adaptability to various growing mediums. With the right conditions, they can yield multiple flushes, providing fresh mushrooms over an extended period. Starting with our premium liquid culture ensures that you maximize yield with minimal maintenance, making it a cost-effective way to enjoy fresh mushrooms at home.

Growing your own Blewit Mushrooms allows you to enjoy a fresh, unusual mushroom that isn’t commonly available in supermarkets.

Blewit Mushrooms are adaptable to both indoor and outdoor cultivation. They thrive in nutrient-rich, compost-based substrates, which makes them perfect for growing in a compost pile, raised bed, or indoor container. Their flexibility means you can grow them year-round with the right environment, ensuring a steady supply of fresh Blewits.

Our Lepista nuda mushroom culture is carefully cultivated to ensure quality, purity, and ease of growth. Whether you’re new to mushroom cultivation or an experienced mushroom grower, this culture provides what you need to start producing beautiful and delicious Blewit Mushrooms. With our premium culture, you’ll experience the satisfaction of growing your own fresh mushrooms with minimal hassle.

*instructions are not included, please thoroughly research growing conditions and techniques.