Denis "BillieBones" Solovev Do you know how many types of trees exist in Minecraft and how to use them most effectively? In this guide, we’ll go over all types of wood and their unique features, and also explain how to apply this resource in various aspects of the game.
Currently, there are twelve main types of trees in Minecraft, each with its own characteristics and unique wood texture.
Oak
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The most common type of tree, found in almost any biome except deserts and icy tundras. Oak wood is versatile and perfect for any crafting—whether it’s planks, sticks, fences, or ladders.
Apples also drop from oak trees, which can be used as food in the early stages of the game or for crafting golden apples. The appearance of oak wood makes it suitable for creating cozy and classic builds. Thanks to its neutral tone, oak fits well into any construction—from rustic cottages to city buildings.
Birch
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Its light wood with a characteristic pattern looks stylish when building almost any structure. Birch trees grow in birch forests or mixed biomes. This type of wood is particularly popular among players who enjoy building modern or minimalist structures. The birch texture pairs well with stone and glass, making it an excellent choice for creating bright and spacious interiors.
Spruce
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Dark spruce wood is great for creating grim and gothic-style buildings. These trees are known for their height, which can make harvesting them a bit more challenging.
Spruce trees can be found in taiga and snowy biomes, making them among the most common trees in the game. The texture of spruce wood adds a warm and robust feel to structures, making it ideal for creating medieval castles, bridges, or country houses.
Jungle
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These giant trees are found only in jungles and can grow very tall. Jungle wood has a bright hue and is most often used for decorative purposes. Also, cocoa grows on jungle trees, making it useful to have this wood on hand for setting up a cocoa farm.
The appearance of jungle wood emphasizes its exotic nature, making it suitable for adventure-themed builds or pirate bases.
Acacia
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Recognizable by its reddish tint, acacia wood looks fantastic in desert biomes. These trees grow in savannas and have an unusual shape with horizontally spreading branches. Acacia wood is perfect for creating ethnic-style villages, desert bridges, or builds inspired by African culture.
Dark Oak
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Another representative of dark-colored wood, this type has a rich, almost chocolate-brown shade, making it popular among builders of castles and medieval structures.
However, finding dark oak can be difficult early in the game because it only grows in the Roofed Forest biome and requires four saplings to plant. Thanks to its deep texture, dark oak is an excellent choice for creating luxurious interiors or massive doors.
Pale Oak
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One of the rarest trees, as it appears only in the Pale Garden biome. Pale oak wood is identical to dark oak in texture, but it’s colored in gray tones. The tree itself is covered with hanging pale moss, and inside the trunk, you can find "skripcevina," which summons aggressive "skripuns" at night. Pale oak goes perfectly with dark oak due to the identical texture and contrasting colors.
Mangrove
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Added in one of the latest versions of the game, mangrove trees grow in mangrove swamps. Their wood has a reddish-brown hue, and the roots can be used as a decorative element in construction. Mangrove wood is perfect for building wooden piers, bridges, or swamp-themed structures, adding authenticity to the location.
Warped
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This is one of two types of trees found in the Nether. Warped wood has a turquoise color and is used to create unique fantasy-style builds. Its bright texture is ideal for magic towers, mystical portals, or decorative gardens. Also, all Nether trees do not burn, allowing you to use them in the most unconventional constructions.
Crimson
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The second type of tree from the Nether. Its red-purple wood is perfect for dark or demonic-themed builds. Both crimson and warped trees are non-flammable, making them ideal for building in hazardous conditions. Crimson wood is also popular for creating interiors inspired by Nether themes.
Cherry
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Another rare tree, as it only appears in the unique cherry grove biome. A distinctive feature of the cherry tree is the foliage generating unique falling-petal particles. It’s an excellent choice for creating atmosphere and one-of-a-kind design solutions. Its wood has a bright pink shade, making it often used for interior decoration and crafting unusual furniture.
Azalea
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It shares many similarities with oak but also has several distinctive features. Azalea trees generate above lush caves, making it easier to locate a potential mine. It’s also one of the two trees in the game that have a root system. Azalea wood is regular oak, but the tree itself can be of design interest thanks to the unusual flowers on its leaves.
Wood is not just a resource but the foundation of your survival and creativity in Minecraft. For crafting items, it doesn’t matter which type of wood you use, but each unique texture and wide range of colors provide great variety for building unique structures. By learning about all the types of wood and their features, you can use them effectively in construction, crafting, decor, and sometimes farming. So grab your axe, head to the nearest forest, and start creating masterpieces!
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