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Replaces vanilla saplings with species-specific seeds and growth mechanics, letting trees grow block by block into varied, realistic shapes. Adds seeds, pods, and cones for oak, birch, spruce, jungle, acacia, dark oak, mangrove, cherry, pale oak, crimson, and warped trees.

Contents (10)
  1. Overview
  2. Guides
  3. Processes
  4. Items
  5. Blocks
  6. Configuration
  7. Plugin Dynamictrees
  8. Frequently asked questions
  9. Related mods

Overview

Dynamic Trees is a comprehensive overhaul of Minecraft's tree growth and behavior. Instead of static, block-based structures that pop into existence, trees in this mod are living, multi-block entities that grow progressively from seeds to maturity. They branch out naturally, respond to their environment, and can be felled with a single cut at the base. The mod aims to create a more immersive and aesthetic forestry experience while maintaining the classic Minecraft style.

Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Dynamic Trees Core MechanicsNatural Growth Trees grow in distinct stages: Seed -> Sapling -> Bush -> Small Tree -> Mature Tree. Growth is handled…Dynamic Trees: How to Get WoodDynamic Trees Items and ToolsSeeds Seeds replace vanilla saplings as the primary way to plant trees. They can be found naturally, dropped from…Dynamic Trees Potions and AlchemyPotions are applied directly to the Rooty Soil or the base of the trunk to alter a tree's state. All potions are…Dynamic Trees RecipesSeed Crafting Dynamic seeds can be obtained by combining a vanilla sapling with a Dirt Bucket in a shapeless crafting…Dynamic Trees: Setting Up Before You Start ChoppingDynamic Trees Tree SpeciesEach tree species uses a unique growth algorithm to mimic its real-world counterpart: Oak: Balanced growth with wide,…Farming Seeds and Saplings from Dynamic TreesHow to Craft and Use a Dirt Bucket in Dynamic TreesHow to Get Saplings and Grow New TreesGather the Seed Item Every Dynamic Trees species drops a unique seed instead of a vanilla sapling. Break a grown…How to Get Wood from a Dynamic TreeFind and Fell the Tree Dynamic Trees grow as full trunk-and-canopy structures, so you harvest them like any other…Troubleshooting Trees That Will Not GrowCheck the Seed and Ground If a planted seed is not developing, confirm you used the correct item for the species. Oak…Using the Woodland Staff and Dirt BucketCraft the Woodland Staff The Woodland Staff is produced through the mod's crafting_shaped recipe. Combine the…

Recipes

Every recipe the mod adds, grouped by how it is made.

Crafting · 1

Items

ABCDJMOPSW

A

Acacia SeedApple PipAzalea Seed

B

Birch Catkin

C

Cherry Blossom PitCocoa PodCrimson Cap

D

Dark Oak AcornDirt Bucket

J

Jungle Pod

M

Mangrove PropaguleMega Crimson CapMega Jungle PodMega Spruce ConeMega Warped Cap

O

Oak Acorn

P

Pale Oak Acorn

S

Spruce Cone

W

Warped CapWoodland Staff

Blocks

Acacia TreeBirch TreeCherry TreeCrimson TreeDark Oak TreeJungle TreeMangrove Tree (Roots)Mangrove Tree (Branch)Oak TreePale Oak TreeSpruce TreeWarped TreeWater Roots

Configuration

Every setting in the mod config file, with what it changes.

Plugin Dynamictrees

OptionWhat it does
branchBranch
fruitFruit
podPod
rootyRooty Soil
rooty_waterRooty Water

Frequently asked questions

How do I get wood from a Dynamic Trees tree?
Break the tree's log blocks with an axe or by hand as normal; Dynamic Trees trees still generate log blocks that drop wood. The trunk grows dynamically, so you may need to cut through multiple log segments to fell it.
How do I get saplings from Dynamic Trees?
Each tree species drops its own seed item instead of a vanilla sapling: Oak Acorn, Birch Catkin, Spruce Cone, Jungle Pod, Acacia Seed, Dark Oak Acorn, Cherry Blossom Pit, Mangrove Propagule, Pale Oak Acorn, Azalea Seed, Crimson Cap, Warped Cap, or Apple Pip. Plant the seed on valid soil to grow a new tree.
What is the Woodland Staff used for?
The Woodland Staff is a craftable item from this mod used to interact with and manage Dynamic Trees growth. It is obtained via a shaped crafting recipe.
How do I craft a Dirt Bucket?
Dirt Bucket is crafted using a shaped crafting recipe from this mod. It is used in place of a normal bucket for dirt-related interactions with Dynamic Trees.
What are Water Roots?
Water Roots is a block added by Dynamic Trees that appears in and around water. It is part of the mod's world generation alongside the tree blocks.
How do I grow a Mega Spruce Cone or Mega Jungle Pod?
Mega Spruce Cone and Mega Jungle Pod are seed items that grow the larger tree variants. Plant them on valid soil the same way as the standard seeds.
What are Crimson Cap and Warped Cap?
Crimson Cap and Warped Cap are the seed items for the Crimson Tree and Warped Tree respectively. Mega Crimson Cap and Mega Warped Cap grow the larger versions of those trees.
Why isn't my Dynamic Trees sapling growing?
Make sure you are planting the correct seed item (such as an Oak Acorn or Birch Catkin) on valid soil for that species. Dynamic Trees trees grow over time and require appropriate light and space like vanilla trees.
How do I get a Cocoa Pod?
Cocoa Pod is one of the seed items added by Dynamic Trees. It is obtained from the corresponding tree and can be planted to grow a new one.
What tree types does Dynamic Trees add?
The mod adds Oak Tree, Birch Tree, Spruce Tree, Jungle Tree, Acacia Tree, Dark Oak Tree, Cherry Tree, Mangrove Tree, Pale Oak Tree, Crimson Tree, and Warped Tree blocks. Each has a matching seed item.
Can I use Dynamic Trees seeds in a crafting recipe?
The mod includes shaped crafting recipes, so some items such as the Woodland Staff and Dirt Bucket are made at a crafting table. Seed items are primarily planted rather than crafted.
How do I get an Apple Pip?
Apple Pip is a seed item added by Dynamic Trees. It is obtained from the relevant tree and planted to grow a new tree.