To plant end lily seeds, which are formally known as Ender Lilies in game, you simply place them directly onto suitable blocks within your environment. Ender Lilies are a unique plant that requires specific conditions and time to grow.
Planting Ender Lilies: Step-by-Step
Ender Lilies are not planted using a conventional "seed" item separate from the lily itself. When you obtain an Ender Lily, that is the item you use for planting.
Where to Plant
Ender Lilies have very specific block requirements for placement. They can only be placed on two types of blocks:
- Dirt: Common throughout many biomes, Dirt provides a basic surface for growth.
- Endstone: Found primarily in the End dimension, Endstone is the natural habitat for Ender Lilies and offers optimal growth conditions.
Simple Planting Process
- Acquire an Ender Lily: Ensure you have the Ender Lily item in your inventory.
- Locate a Suitable Block: Find a Dirt or Endstone block where you wish to plant the lily.
- Place the Lily: With the Ender Lily selected in your hotbar, right-click on the chosen Dirt or Endstone block. The Ender Lily will appear on the block, initiating its growth cycle.
Growth and Cultivation of Ender Lilies
Ender Lilies are known for their slow growth rate and unique cultivation characteristics that set them apart from many other in-game plants.
Growth Rate Comparison
The block on which an Ender Lily is planted significantly impacts its growth speed. Endstone provides the fastest growth, making it the preferred choice for efficient farming.
| Planting Surface | Growth Time (In-game Days) | Growth Time (Real Hours) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endstone | 7 days | 2.3 hours | Optimal growth, fastest maturation |
| Dirt | 28 days (7 * 4) | 9.2 hours (2.3 * 4) | Four times slower than on Endstone |
Growth Limitations and Considerations
Unlike many other plants, Ender Lilies cannot be sped up using common farming accelerators.
- No Bone Meal: Attempting to use bone meal on an Ender Lily will not accelerate its growth. In fact, using bone meal will cause the Ender Lily to regress in its growth stage, undoing any progress it has made.
- No Watering Can: Watering cans, if applicable in your game version or modpack, also have no effect on the growth rate of Ender Lilies. Their growth is solely time-based and dependent on the block they are planted on.
Optimal Planting Strategy
For the most efficient cultivation of Ender Lilies, always prioritize planting them on Endstone. While Dirt is an option, the significantly longer growth period makes it much less practical for large-scale or timely harvesting. Given their natural affinity for the End, cultivating them in the End dimension on Endstone is the most effective approach.
