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Minecraft Lava item

Lava

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A fluid block that spreads and damages players; cannot be picked up as an item in vanilla survival, but admins can spawn it with commands.

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About

Lava is a destructive fluid block in Minecraft. It flows downward and spreads horizontally, damaging any player or mob that touches it and setting them on fire. It cannot be obtained as a traditional stackable item in survival mode, the minecraft:lava identifier refers to the block itself, not a collectible object.

Admins use the /give command to spawn lava for terraforming, mob traps, or arena designs. Since lava has no stack limit, the quantity parameter in the give command controls only how many attempts the game makes to place it in your inventory; the fluid will flow and behave normally once placed in the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the Lava without spawning it?
Yes. The Lava can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
Which game is the Lava from?
The Lava is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
What items are related to the Lava?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Lava, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
How current is the Lava spawn info?
The Lava entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
What is the Lava used for?
Lava is a destructive fluid block in Minecraft. It flows downward and spreads horizontally, damaging any player or mob that touches it and setting them on fire. It cannot be obtained as a traditional stackable item in survival mode, the minecraft:lava identifier refers to the block itself, not a collectible object.
What does the Lava do in Minecraft?
A fluid block that spreads and damages players; cannot be picked up as an item in vanilla survival, but admins can spawn it with commands.
What is the item id of the Lava?
The item id of the Lava is minecraft:lava.
What is the numerical id of the Lava?
The numerical id of the Lava is 11.
What is the legacy item id of the Lava?
The legacy item id of the Lava is minecraft:still_lava.
What is the give command of the Lava?
The give command of the Lava is /give @p minecraft:lava 1.
What is the stackable of the Lava?
The stackable of the Lava is No.
What is the hardness of the Lava?
The hardness of the Lava is 100.0.
What is the diggable of the Lava?
The diggable of the Lava is No.

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