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Grass-types have carved a niche in Pokémon GO, impressing with their diverse abilities, fascinating designs, and distinct strengths. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the best grass type Pokémon, enriched with their in-game details.
Grass Type Pokémon Overview
Grass-types are a fairly common type amongst trainers in Pokémon GO. This is likely due to Grass-types being one of the three starter Pokémon types. Grass types also have resistances to Water, Electric, Grass, and Ground-type moves. They also deal Super effective damage against Water, Rock, and Ground-type Pokémon. Each Grass-type generally has its own weaknesses based on its secondary types so we will go further into that on a Pokémon-by-Pokémon basis.
25. Rillaboom
The drumming gorilla Rillaboom, debuted in 2020. Evolving from Grookey with 125 candies, it boasts an Attack of 222, Defense of 168, and HP of 207. It’s weak against Bug, Fire, Flying, Poison, and Ice types. It performs really well against Water, Rock, and Ground types. Its fast attacks are Razor Leaf, Scratch, and its charge attacks are Drum Beating, Superpower, Solar Beam.
24. Virizion
A Legendary Pokémon added to Pokémon GO in 2019, Virizion brings both elegance and power to any trainer’s team. It does not evolve, but it has an Attack of 192, Defense of 229, and HP of 209. Vulnerable to Flying, Fire, Psychic, Ice, Fairy, and Poison, it excels against Rock, Dark, and Ground types. Quick Attack, Zen Headbutt, are its fast attacks and Close Combat, Leaf Blade, Stone Edge are its charge attacks. This Legendary Grass-type is only available through a raid and cannot be caught naturally.
23. Lurantis
Lurantis, which looks like a graceful mantis, was added to Pokémon GO in 2020. Evolving from Fomantis with 50 candies, it possesses an Attack of 192, Defense of 169, and HP of 172. It’s weak against Bug, Fire, Flying, Ice, and Poison types but takes advantage against Water, Ground, and Rock types. Its fast moves include Fury Cutter, and Bullet Seed, Its charge moves are Solar Blade, Leaf Blade, and Petal Blizzard.
22. Bellossom
Bellossom evolved from Gloom using a Sun Stone and graced the game back in 2017. It’s a tropical flower Pokémon with an Attack of 169, Defense of 186, and HP of 181. Weak to Fire, Flying, Poison, and Ice types, it flourishes against Ground, Rock, and Water types. Razor Leaf, Acid (fast moves), and Dazzling Gleam, Leaf Blade, Petal Blizzard (charge moves) make up its moveset.
21. Cradily
Arriving in Pokémon GO in 2017, Cradily evolves from Lileep with 50 candies. Its tentacled rock-plant appearance holds an Attack of 152, Defense of 194, and HP of 200. It’s weak against Bug, Fighting, Ice, and Steel types but strong against Electric and Normal types. Bullet Seed, Infestation (fast moves), and Stone Edge, Grass Knot, and Bulldoze (charge moves) are its moves.
20. Tropius
Exclusive to certain regions and added in 2018, Tropius is a banana tree pterodactyl blend. It doesn’t evolve and has an Attack of 136, Defense of 163, and HP of 223. Vulnerable to Fire, Flying, Ice, Poison, and Dragon types, it excels against Ground, Water, and Grass types. Its moves are Razor Leaf, Air Slash (fast moves), and Leaf Blade, Aerial Ace, and Solar Beam (charge moves).
19. Victreebel
Another classic Pokémon from generation 1, Victreebel evolves from Bellsprout with 125 candies. It resembles a carnivorous plant and features an Attack of 207, Defense of 135, and HP of 190. Its weaknesses are Fire, Flying, Psychic, and Ice, but its advantages are found against Water, Ground, and Rock types. It uses Acid, Razor Leaf (fast) and Solar Beam, Sludge Bomb, Leaf Blade (charge) in battles.
18. Abomasnow
The frosty tree Abomasnow joined Pokémon GO in 2017. To evolve from Snover, 50 candies are required. It holds an Attack of 178, Defense of 155, and HP of 207. Due to its Grass/Ice typing, it’s weak against Bug, Fire, Flying, Poison, Fighting, Rock, and Steel but stands strong against Ground, Water, and Electric types. Its fast moves are Razor Leaf, Powder Snow, and its charge moves are Energy Ball, Outrage, Weather Ball (Ice).
17. Vileplume
Another Kanto roster Pokémon, Vileplume evolves from Gloom with 100 candies and a Sun Stone. It has a mushroom-cap appearance, its stats include an Attack of 202, Defense of 167, and HP of 181. It is vulnerable to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic types, but it excels against Water, Ground, and Rock types. Its fast moves are Acid and Razor Leaf, and its charge moves are Solar Beam, Sludge Bomb, and Moonblast.
16. Cacturne
A desert-based scarecrow-like Pokémon, Cacturne was brought to the game back in 2017. Evolving from Cacnea with 50 candies, it comes with an Attack of 221, Defense of 155, and HP of 172. It is susceptible to Fighting, Bug, Fire, Flying, Poison, and Fairy types, but it counters Psychic, Dark, Water, Ground, and Electric types. It uses Sucker Punch, Poison Jab (fast), and Dark Pulse, Grass Knot, Dynamic Punch (charge) as moves.
15. Whimsicott
The whimsical sheep-like Whimsicott floated into Pokémon GO in 2019. Cottonee evolves into Whimsicott with 50 candies and a Sun Stone. Boasting an Attack of 164, Defense of 176, and HP of 155, it is vulnerable to Poison, Steel, Fire, Flying, and Ice types, yet it does really well against Ground, Water, and Psychic types. Its fast moves are Charm and Razor Leaf, with charge moves being Grass Knot, Hurricane, and Moonblast.
14. Torterra
Arriving in 2018, Torterra resembles a walking landmass with a tree on its back. Evolving from Turtwig with 125 candies, it has an Attack of 202, Defense of 188, and HP of 216. Its weaknesses include Bug, Fire, Flying, and Ice types, but it stands strong against Rock, Ground, Steel, and Electric types. Razor Leaf and Bite are its fast moves, with Frenzy Plant, Stone Edge, and Earthquake as charge moves.
13. Meganium
A dinosaur with fragrant petals around its neck, Meganium made its debut in 2017. Evolving from Chikorita with 125 candies, Meganium holds an Attack of 168, Defense of 202, and HP of 190. It’s weak against Bug, Flying, Poison, Fire, and Ice types but powerful against Ground, Rock, and Water types. Vine Whip and Razor Leaf serve as its fast moves, while Frenzy Plant, Earthquake, and Solar Beam are its charge moves.
12. Shiftry
Shiftry, a mystical tengu-like creature, was one of the original Pokémon from 2016. Nuzleaf evolves into Shiftry with 100 candies and a Sinnoh Stone. It sports an Attack of 200, Defense of 121, and HP of 207. Vulnerabilities include Bug, Fighting, Fairy, Flying, Poison, and Fire types. However, it shines against Water, Ground, Psychic, and Ghost types. Its arsenal of moves includes Feint Attack, Razor Leaf (fast), and Hurricane, Leaf Blade, Foul Play (charge).
11. Decidueye
Introduced in 2020, Decidueye carries the visage of a ghostly owl archer. It evolves from Rowlet after 125 candies and exhibits an Attack of 213, Defense of 186, and HP of 186. While it’s susceptible to Flying, Ghost, Ice, and Fire types, it holds the advantage over Ground, Water, Psychic, and Fighting types. Fast moves encompass Feather Dance and Razor Leaf, with charge moves like Spirit Shackle, Leaf Blade, and Brave Bird.
10. Tsareena
The regal kickboxing Tsareena joined in 2021. To evolve from Steenee, 100 candies are needed. It possesses an Attack of 222, Defense of 187, and HP of 173. Weak against Fire, Poison, Flying, and Ice, it triumphs over Water, Ground, and Rock types. Moves include Feint Attack, Razor Leaf (fast), and Grass Knot, High Jump Kick, Play Rough (charge).
9. Chesnaught
The armored quill Pokémon, Chesnaught, debuted in 2020. Requiring 125 candies to evolve from Chespin, its stats include an Attack of 201, Defense of 204, and HP of 204. It’s weak against several types but counters Rock, Water, Steel, Ground, and Dark effectively. Fast moves are Vine Whip and Low Kick, and charge moves are Energy Ball, Superpower, and Solar Beam.
8. Ludicolo
A cheerful dancing pineapple, Ludicolo was added in 2017. It requires a total of 124 candies to reach this stage from Lotad. It showcases an Attack of 173, Defense of 176, and HP of 190. Weaknesses are Bug, Flying, and Poison types, while strengths are Ground, Rock, and Fire types. Its moves include Bubble, Razor Leaf (fast), and Hydro Pump, Solar Beam, Ice Beam (charge).
7. Ferrothorn
In 2019, the metallic plant, Ferrothorn, joined the fray. It requires 50 candies to evolve from Ferroseed. With an Attack of 158, Defense of 223, and HP of 179, it’s solid. Vulnerable to Fire and Fighting types, it shines against Rock, Water, Psychic, and Fairy types. Its moves include Metal Claw, Bullet Seed (fast), and Power Whip, Flash Cannon, Thunder (charge).
6. Sceptile
Added in 2017, Sceptile resembles a forest dragon. Evolving from Treecko with 125 candies, it features an Attack of 223, Defense of 169, and HP of 172. With vulnerabilities to Fire, Ice, Poison, Bug, and Flying types, it efficiently counters Water, Ground, and Rock types. Fury Cutter and Bullet Seed are its fast moves, with Frenzy Plant, Earthquake, and Dragon Claw as charge moves.
5. Roserade
Roserade, added in 2018, is reminiscent of a masquerade dancer with rose hands. It needs 100 candies and a Sinnoh Stone to evolve from Roselia. With an Attack of 243, Defense of 185, and HP of 155, it’s a potent Pokémon. It’s weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, and Psychic types but is dominant against Water, Grass, Fairy, and Electric types. Fast moves are Poison Jab and Razor Leaf, with Dazzling Gleam, Solar Beam, and Sludge Bomb as charge moves.
4. Leafeon
Leafeon, the Grass evolution of Eevee added in 2019, resembles a forest nymph with leafy ears and tail. It requires 25 candies and a specific evolution method. Boasting an Attack of 216, Defense of 219, and HP of 163, it has weaknesses against Fire, Ice, Poison, Bug, and Flying types but stands strong against Water, Ground, and Rock types. Quick Attack and Razor Leaf are its fast moves, while charge moves are Leaf Blade, Solar Beam, and Last Resort.
3. Tangrowth
Tangrowth, a mass of blue vines added in 2018, requires 50 candies and a Sinnoh Stone to evolve from Tangela. With an Attack of 207, Defense of 219, and HP of 207, it stands tall. Vulnerable to Fire, Ice, Poison, Bug, and Flying types, it reigns over Water, Ground, and Rock types. Fast moves include Vine Whip and Infestation, while charge moves are Power Whip, Solar Beam, and Rock Slide.
2. Alolan Exeggutor
This tropical form of Exeggutor, added in 2018, displays long necks and dragon-like heads. With an Attack of 230, Defense of 158, and HP of 190, it’s impactful. The catch rate is 20%. As a Grass/Dragon, it’s weak to Bug, Ice, Fairy, Dragon, Poison, and Flying types but strong against Water, Rock, Electric, and Ground types. Fast moves encompass Bullet Seed and Dragon Tail, with charge moves of Solar Beam, Dragon Pulse, and Seed Bomb. Exeggcute requires 50 candies to evolve into Alolan Exeggutor.
1. Venusaur
Introduced in 2016 as part of the original Kanto roster, Venusaur is the evolved form of Bulbasaur, displaying large leaves and a flower on its back. With an Attack of 198, Defense of 190, and HP of 190, it’s a force. Venusaur has a 10% catch rate and requires 125 candies to evolve from Bulbasaur. In type matchups, Venusaur has weaknesses to Fire, Ice, Psychic, and Flying types, but has advantages against Water, Ground, and Rock types. Fast moves are Vine Whip and Razor Leaf, and charge moves include Frenzy Plant, Sludge Bomb, and Solar Beam.
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