Finding Wood Blewit: when, where and in what weather?
Lepista nuda ·
This mushroom lives from breaking down organic matter such as leaves, needle litter and humus. The main season for Wood Blewit is September to December.
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When is the season for Wood Blewit?
The main season covers September to December. Occasional finds are possible from January to February, August to December. When it starts in a given year depends on the weather: after rain and with mild temperatures, mushrooms can appear earlier.
Growth weight per month (higher = better conditions)
Where does Wood Blewit grow?
- Preferred trees: Spruce, Fir, Beech, Pine, Oak, Douglas fir, Birch, other tree species.
- Soil pH: best between 4.5 and 8.5 (possible from 4.0 to 9.0).
- Elevation: most common between 0 and 1,250 m above sea level (possible from 0 to 2,000 m).
- Grows in forests as well as at forest edges and in open areas.
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How nutritious is Wood Blewit?
Mushrooms are low in calories yet surprisingly rich in protein for a vegetable – good food after a hike.
- about 20–35 kcal per 100 g, raw
- about 2–4 g protein per 100 g
- about 1–3 g fibre, under 1 g fat
- plus potassium, B vitamins (mainly niacin and riboflavin) and selenium
Wild mushrooms grown outdoors get sunlight and form vitamin D as a result – more than most commercially grown mushrooms raised in the dark.
General guide values for edible wild mushrooms in general, raw; they vary by species, site and maturity. Not dietary advice.
Preserving Wood Blewit
- Drying: possible
- Freezing: cooked only
- Also good: Pickling in vinegar
Always cook thoroughly, also before freezing. The strong aroma goes well with vinegar brine.
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In what weather does Wood Blewit grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 6 to 26 °C, a humidity of 50–90 % and about 0–25 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Waldschatzfinder calculates the growth probability for your spot every day from this – with the weather of the last three months and the 10-day forecast, with an account also with soil, elevation, forest and tree species. It is a guide, not a promise.
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Frequently asked questions about Wood Blewit
When does Wood Blewit grow?
The main season of Wood Blewit is September to December; occasional finds are possible from January to February, August to December.
Where do I find Wood Blewit?
This mushroom lives from breaking down organic matter such as leaves, needle litter and humus. Preferred trees: Spruce, Fir, Beech, Pine, Oak, Douglas fir, Birch, other tree species. Grows in forests as well as at forest edges and in open areas.
In what weather does Wood Blewit grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 6 to 26 °C, a humidity of 50–90 % and about 0–25 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Is there a forecast for Wood Blewit?
Yes. Waldschatzfinder calculates the daily growth probability of Wood Blewit for your spot – free, with the weather of the last three months and the 10-day forecast; with an account also with soil, elevation, forest and tree species. The mushroom alert tells you as soon as the chances rise at your favourite place.