# Natural Propagation<\/p>\n
Let the wilderness reclaim the world around you.<\/p>\n
**Natural Propagation** adds dynamic forest expansion to Minecraft by allowing trees to naturally spread over time. Leaves from existing trees can occasionally plant new saplings nearby, creating slowly evolving forests that feel more alive and organic.<\/p>\n
No giant worldgen overhaul.
\nNo complicated mechanics.
\nJust forests behaving a little more naturally.<\/p>\n
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## Features<\/p>\n
– \ud83c\udf31 Trees naturally spread new saplings nearby
\n– \ud83c\udf33 Saplings match the parent tree type
\n– \ud83c\udf43 Works with multiple vanilla tree species
\n– \u2744\ufe0f Can replace small replaceable plants like grass and snow layers
\n– \ud83e\udeb5 Prevents overcrowding by avoiding nearby logs
\n– \u2699\ufe0f Fully configurable spread timing and radius
\n– \ud83c\udf0e Runs dynamically during gameplay in loaded areas<\/p>\n
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## How It Works<\/p>\n
Every so often, the mod:<\/p>\n
1. Finds a nearby leaf block
\n2. Searches for valid ground nearby
\n3. Checks for open space and nearby trees
\n4. Plants a matching sapling naturally<\/p>\n
Over time, forests slowly expand outward into open terrain.<\/p>\n
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## Configuration<\/p>\n
The mod includes configurable values for:<\/p>\n
– Spread interval
\n– Leaf scan radius
\n– Sapling placement radius
\n– Ground search depth<\/p>\n
Perfect for:
\n– Survival worlds
\n– Long-term servers
\n– Wilderness-focused modpacks
\n– Nature\/overgrowth themes<\/p>\n
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## Performance<\/p>\n
Natural Propagation is designed to be lightweight:<\/p>\n
– Limited search attempts
\n– No massive world scans
\n– Only operates in loaded areas near players
\n– Small localized block checks<\/p>\n
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## Future Plans<\/p>\n
Potential future additions may include:<\/p>\n
– Biome-aware spreading
\n– Modded tree compatibility
\n– Mushroom spreading
\n– Seasonal behavior
\n– Configurable growth density
\n– Regeneration after deforestation<\/p>\n
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Let nature take its course.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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