Blewits are a type of edible mushroom that are popular amongst foragers. They are also known by a variety of other names, including the blue leg, blue-legs, blue-foot, and the wood blewit. These mushrooms are easy to identify due to their distinctive purple-blue color and their unique scent. In addition to their culinary uses, blewits are also used for their medicinal properties. They have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. Despite their popularity, it is important to be cautious when foraging for blewits as they are easily confused with toxic mushrooms. Always be sure to do your research and consult an expert before consuming any wild mushrooms.