Dripstone Block
minecraft:dripstone_blockDripstone Block is a rock block found in dripstone caves, generating on floors, ceilings, and as part of larger stalactite and stalagmite formations. Its main purpose is decorative, but it also allows pointed dripstone to grow above and below it when a water source drips onto it.
FAQ
How do you get a Dripstone Block?
Mine it with a wooden pickaxe or better to collect it directly, or craft one from four pointed dripstone.
Where does Dripstone Block generate naturally?
It generates throughout dripstone caves biomes and occasionally underwater in other cave systems, forming floors, ceilings, and pillars.
What does a Dripstone Block do with water?
When a water source sits above a stalactite hanging from a dripstone block, it slowly grows the stalactite above and a matching stalagmite below over time.
Can I trade for Dripstone Blocks?
Yes, journeyman-level mason villagers sell dripstone blocks for emeralds, giving a renewable source without mining.