Infested
Infested is a status effect in Minecraft (Harmful). Has a chance to spawn silverfish when the affected entity takes damage. Potions that give it: Potion of Infestation. Below: what it does at each level and every source (Java 26.3).
- Type
- Harmful
- Potions
- 1
How to get Infested
Potions and foods that give Infested, with duration and level.
Potions of Infestation, brewed from an Awkward Potion and a block of Stone.
Potions
Potion of InfestationInfested tips
Throw it at enemies rather than drinking it: the silverfish attack whoever is closest, so keep your distance.
Infested command
Gives Infested I for 30 seconds (raise the last number for higher levels):
/effect give @s minecraft:infested 30 0Data: Minecraft Java Edition 26.3 game files. How we source this
Has a chance to spawn silverfish when the affected entity takes damage. Potions that give it: Potion of Infestation.
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Infested effect FAQ (Java 26.3)
What does Infested do in Minecraft?
Has a chance to spawn silverfish when the affected entity takes damage.
How do you get Infested?
Potions of Infestation, brewed from an Awkward Potion and a block of Stone.
How do you remove Infested?
Drink milk (Milk Bucket) or wait for it to wear off.
Any tips for Infested?
Throw it at enemies rather than drinking it: the silverfish attack whoever is closest, so keep your distance.
What is the command for Infested?
/effect give @s minecraft:infested 30 0 gives level I for 30 seconds.