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The Cactus Mod
This mod adds uses for Minecrafts Cactus.
Quick answer
Which The Cactus Mod release should I use?
The Cactus Mod The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar targets 1.21, 1.21.1 with NeoForge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is The Cactus Mod required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does The Cactus Mod The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar need?
The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
11 extra mods were pulled in by other dependencies. Indented rows show who needs each one. We only count dependency files that match this setup. A file for another loader does not fill the gap.
Before you install it
Add The Cactus Mod without breaking your instance.
Built for The Cactus Mod The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar. It targets 1.21, 1.21.1 with NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does The Cactus Mod add?
Ever wanted to use cacti for more than just making green dye?
Well...
I don't know why you would want more uses... But here you go.
This mod adds cactus tools, armor, blocks and food.
Some of the mods blocks/functionality
Cactus Chests: Have the same storage as normal chests but voids it's inventory over time.
Cactus Hopper: Basically a cheap hopper but it will also slowly void it's inventory over time.
Cactus Dispenser: Has no inventory, Shoots spikes.
Cactus TNT: Instead of breaking blocks the Cactus TNT shoots spikes in all horizontal directions.
Cactus Carpet: Hurts mobs when touched. Won't destroy items laying on top until they are 2 minutes old.
Cactus Bricks [stairs/slab]: A cactus colored brick block.
Cactus Door: Basically a door. But hurts to interact.
Carved Cactus: Decorative cactus version of the pumpkin look.
John O' Lantern: A Cactus version of the Jack O' Lantern.
Cactus Cake: IT HURTS TO EAT!!!
Cactus Cart: Faster/cheaper than normal minecarts.
Mobs:
Cactus Golem: A cheaper cactus version of an iron golem.
Summoned by creating the usual Iron Golem structure but using Prickly Iron blocks instead of Iron Blocks and carved cactus/John O' Lantern instead of the pumpkin.
Cactus Snowman: A more painful version of the regular Snowman that shoots damaging spikes.
Summoned by placing a Carved cactus/John O' Lantern on top of 2 snow blocks.
Cactus Cow: Basically a cactus version of the Mooshroom. Spawns in desert biomes (spawn can be disabled in config)
Cactus Creeper: Like a normal creeper but instead of exploding and breaking blocks they shoot spikes in all horizontal directions.
This mod was written for ModJam 5.
Frequently asked questions:
- Can I get permission to port this mod to Bedrock? No, I rather port it myself

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Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
The Cactus Mod by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.1
1 loader build1.21
1 loader build1.20.6
1 loader build1.20.4
1 loader build1.20.2
1 loader build1.20.1
2 loader builds1.20
2 loader builds1.19.2
1 loader build1.18.2
1 loader build1.18.1
1 loader build1.18
1 loader build1.17.1
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 14 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
The Cactus Mod versions and loaders
2.0.1
The-Cactus-Mod-1.21.1-2.0.1.jar
10 Aug 2024
The-Cactus-Mod-1.21.1-2.0.1.jar
10 Aug 2024
2.0.0
The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar
2 Aug 2024
The-Cactus-Mod-1.21-2.0.0.jar
2 Aug 2024
1.6.0
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.6-1.6.0.jar
5 Jun 2024
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.6-1.6.0.jar
5 Jun 2024
1.5.2
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.4-1.5.2.jar
18 Feb 2024
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.4-1.5.2.jar
18 Feb 2024
1.5.1
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.4-1.5.1.jar
1 Jan 2024
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.4-1.5.1.jar
1 Jan 2024
1.5.1
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.2-1.5.1.jar
28 Nov 2023
The-Cactus-Mod-1.20.2-1.5.1.jar
28 Nov 2023
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.
