Description
Mossy cobblestone is a rugged stone block with green moss growing on its surface that gives builds a weathered and aged appearance. It is a staple for ruined looks and for medieval style constructions where age and wear are part of the aesthetic. The texture mixes rough stone with soft moss which makes it ideal for outposts, for dungeons and for garden walls that are meant to look like they have stood for a long time. In gameplay it is commonly used to decorate dungeons and natural stone structures and it appears in generated ruins which makes it easy for players to collect while exploring. Mossy cobblestone is sturdy enough to be used as a foundation material while still signalling neglect or age and it pairs well with vines and moss blocks for full overgrown effects. The block is mined with a pickaxe and it is a good building material for projects that want a historic feel without being fragile. Builders often mix mossy cobblestone with clean stone and wood to create contrast and to emphasize the passage of time in an area. It is practical for defensive builds that need a solid base and for decorative accents in gardens and borders.
What is Mossy Cobblestone?
Mossy cobblestone is a stone block with moss growing on it used to create an aged effect. It is common in ruins and dungeons and is used by players to add texture and charm to builds. It gives the impression of long standing stone work that has begun to gather plant life and decay.
Where to find Mossy Cobblestone
You will find mossy cobblestone in dungeons, strongholds and in certain ruined structures across the world. It often appears near spawners and in underground areas where moisture helps moss grow. Players also craft mossy cobblestone by combining moss and cobblestone in a crafting table depending on game rules and version. It is abundant in areas where old stone is exposed to the elements.
How to get Mossy Cobblestone
Mine mossy cobblestone with a pickaxe to collect it. In some versions you can craft it by combining cobblestone and moss or by using a moss spreading mechanic. Explore dungeons and ruined builds to collect natural supplies or craft it when you have moss and cobblestone available. Use silk touch if you need to move decorative blocks without losing them.
Release Information
First introduced: Mossy cobblestone has long been part of ruin and dungeon aesthetics in the game
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:mossy_cobblestone 64
How to use Mossy Cobblestone
Use mossy cobblestone in walls, foundations and for detail work in gardens and ruins. Mix it with stone bricks and cracked stones to build convincing old structures and place vines and moss blocks nearby to increase the overgrown look. It is also useful in landscaping for garden paths and for low walls that look like antique boundaries. For a dramatic effect place mossy cobblestone in patches rather than covering whole surfaces so that weathering looks natural.
Recipes for Mossy Cobblestone
Shapeless Crafting Items can be placed in any arrangement in a crafting table
Cobblestone
Moss Block
Mossy Cobblestone
Shapeless Crafting Items can be placed in any arrangement in a crafting table
Cobblestone
Vine
Mossy Cobblestone
