Pitcher Crop

What is a Pitcher Crop?

A Pitcher Crop is a plant in Minecraft that grows into a Pitcher Plant, introduced in the Trails & Tales update. It is a unique addition to the game’s farming mechanics, growing over multiple stages before maturing.

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Where Can Pitcher Crops Be Found?

Pitcher Crops are grown from Pitcher Pods, which can be obtained by using a Brush on Suspicious Sand found in Warm Ocean Ruins. Players can plant them on Farmland, where they will gradually grow into a full Pitcher Plant. More details about archaeology and new plant mechanics can be found in the Archaeology Guide.

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What Can Players Do with a Pitcher Crop?

Pitcher Crops must be fully grown to harvest a Pitcher Plant, which can then be used as a decorative plant. Unlike other crops, it does not provide food but adds a new aesthetic to gardens and lush builds. More details about farming can be found in the Crop Farming Guide.

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The History of Pitcher Crops in Minecraft

Pitcher Crops were introduced in Minecraft version 1.20 as part of the Trails & Tales update, expanding both archaeology and plant-based decorations.

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Interesting Fact or Real-Life Connection

The Pitcher Crop is inspired by real-world carnivorous pitcher plants, which trap and digest insects inside their deep, liquid-filled leaves. These plants are found in tropical and swampy environments.

For further exploration of plant-based mechanics and archaeology, visit the Rusty Ingot knowledge base to learn more about Archaeology Guide, Crop Farming Guide, and Lush Biomes.