Dead Horn Coral
minecraft:dead_horn_coralDead Horn Coral is the gray, lifeless form of horn coral, a non-solid, waterloggable decoration block. Live horn coral automatically dies and turns into this variant within 3 to 5 seconds after being placed outside of water, regardless of game settings.
FAQ
How do I obtain Dead Horn Coral?
Place live horn coral outside of water and wait a few seconds for it to die, or mine a dead coral block with a Silk Touch enchanted pickaxe to collect it as an item.
Can Dead Horn Coral be turned back into living coral?
No, the transformation from living to dead coral is permanent and cannot be reversed.
When was Dead Horn Coral added to the game?
Dead coral variants were introduced in Java Edition 1.13.1, alongside the rest of the ocean update coral blocks.
Does Dead Horn Coral require water to survive?
No, it is already dead and does not decay further or require water, though it can still be waterlogged for aesthetic purposes.