This Minecraft tutorial explains how to craft a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
In Minecraft, you can drink a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) to get the Wither II effect for 40 seconds. This potion is a treasure potion and you can find one in a chest in the game or you can give yourself one with a game command (see below).
Let's explore how to get this potion.
Supported Platforms
A Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | No |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes (1.0) |
 Xbox 360 | Yes (TU69) |
 Xbox One | Yes (1.2) |
 PS3 | Yes (1.76) |
 PS4 | Yes (1.76) |
 Wii U | Yes (Patch 38) |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes (1.5.0) |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes (1.0) |
 Education Edition | Yes (1.0) |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Where to find this Potion in Creative Mode
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Here is where you can find a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.0 - 1.1.3 |  Miscellaneous |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 - 1.19.83 |  Equipment |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Here is where you can find a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | TU69 |  Brewing |
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft PS Editions
Here is where you can find a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | 1.76 | Brewing |
| PS4 | 1.76 - 1.91 | Brewing |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft Nintendo
Here is where you can find a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Patch 38 | Brewing |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Here is where you can find a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.0 - 1.1.3 | Miscellaneous |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft Education Edition
Here is where you can find a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 1.0 - 1.0.18 | Miscellaneous |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 - 1.17.30 | Equipment |
Definitions
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version(s) is the Minecraft version numbers where the item can be found in the menu location listed (we have tested and confirmed this version number).
- Creative Menu Location is the location of the item in the Creative Inventory menu.
Item ID and Name
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) (minecraft: | 36 | 1 | PE | 1.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) (minecraft: | 36 | 1 | Xbox One | 1.6.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) (minecraft: | 36 | 1 | PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) (minecraft: | 36 | 1 | Switch | 1.6.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) (minecraft: | 36 | 1 | Windows | 1.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Item | Description (Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) (minecraft: | 36 | 1 | Education | 1.0 - 1.18.32 |
Definitions
- Description is what the item is called and (Minecraft ID Name) is the string value that is used in game commands.
- Data Value (or damage value) identifies the variation of the block if more than one type exists for the Minecraft ID.
- Stack Size is the maximum stack size for this item. While some items in Minecraft are stackable up to 64, other items can only be stacked up to 16 or 1. (NOTE: These stack sizes are for vanilla Minecraft only. If you are running a mod, some mods may change the stack size for an item.)
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version(s) is the Minecraft version numbers that the Minecraft ID and Name are valid for.
Give Command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II)
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Give Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE) 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0 and 1.20.0, the /give command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is:
/give @p potion 1 36
Give Command in Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft Xbox One 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0 and 1.20.0, the /give command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is:
/give @p potion 1 36
Give Command in Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft PS4 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0 and 1.20.0, the /give command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is:
/give @p potion 1 36
Give Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft Nintendo Switch 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.1 and 1.20.0, the /give command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is:
/give @p potion 1 36
Give Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft Windows 10 Edition 1.12.0, 1.13.0, 1.14.0, 1.16.0, 1.17.0, 1.18.0, 1.19.0 and 1.20.0, the /give command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is:
/give @p potion 1 36
Give Command in Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft Education Edition 1.12.0, 1.12.60, 1.14.31, 1.17.30 and 1.18.32, the /give command for Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) is:
/give @p potion 1 36
Things to Do with this Potion
Here are some activities that you can do with a Potion of Decay (0:40 - Wither II) in Minecraft:
