Botania Mod is a strong pick for players who want automation with a more thoughtful, nature-themed style. It builds progression around Mana, letting you create magical flowers and devices powered by the earth, and it is designed to be fully playable on its own while still fitting well into modded setups with other mods.
Key Features
- Adds magical flowers and devices that use Mana as the mod's core power source.
- Blends natural magic themes with tech-style systems rather than traditional machine-focused progression.
- Focuses on automation without grinding, with an emphasis on building systems deliberately.
- Works as a standalone experience and also integrates well into broader modpacks.
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How to Install
- Choose the Botania file that matches your Minecraft version and mod loader from the download section.
- Install the required loader for your setup, such as Forge, Fabric, or NeoForge, based on the build you plan to use.
- Install the listed dependencies for your version: Curios API and Patchouli Mod for Minecraft 1.14.4 and newer, or Baubles Mod for Minecraft 1.12.2 and older.
- Place Botania and its required dependency files into your Minecraft
modsfolder, then start the game with the same loader profile.
Requirements
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Mod Loader | NeoForge, Forge, Fabric, Quilt |
| Dependencies | Minecraft Forge, Fabric API, NeoForge Installer, Baubles Mod (for Minecraft 1.12.2 and older), Curios API (for Minecraft 1.14.4 and newer), Patchouli Mod (for Minecraft 1.14.4 and newer) |
| Minecraft Version | 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.19.2, 1.18.2, 1.18.1, 1.17.1, 1.16.5, 1.15.2, 1.14.4, 1.12.2 |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Distinct Mana-based design gives the mod a clear identity.
- Combines natural magic themes with automation-focused play.
- Designed to be fully playable by itself.
- Also works well alongside other mods.
Cons
- Dependency requirements change depending on your Minecraft version.
- The automation focus is better suited to players who enjoy planning systems carefully.
- You need to match both the correct Minecraft version and loader when installing.
Download
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What's New
- Modrinth lists the latest project update on 2026-02-19.
- The project was published on Modrinth on 2022-05-30.
- Modrinth reports 2,648,967 downloads.
- The source code is publicly available on GitHub.
- A public changelog is provided by the project.
FAQ
Is Botania Mod a magic mod or a tech mod?
Botania is described as a tech mod themed around natural magic. Its systems revolve around Mana, magical flowers, and devices powered by the earth.
Can you play Botania Mod by itself?
Yes. The mod is designed to be fully playable on its own, though it also functions well with other mods.
What do you need to install Botania Mod?
You need a matching mod loader and the correct dependencies for your version. The provided requirements include Minecraft Forge, Fabric API, NeoForge Installer, Baubles Mod for 1.12.2 and older, and Curios API plus Patchouli Mod for 1.14.4 and newer.
