Ivysaur #002

Ivysaur overview

Ivysaur, the Seed Pokémon, is a dual Grass and Poison type Pokémon registered at National Pokédex number 2.

It stands 1 m tall and weighs 13 kg, and it was first introduced in Generation I where it is typically found in Grassland habitats.

Exposure to sunlight adds to its strength. Sunlight also makes the bud on its back grow larger. When the bulb on its back grows large, it appears to lose the ability to stand on its hind legs. The bud on its back grows by drawing energy. It gives off an aroma when it is ready to bloom.

Ivysaur base stats

With a base stat total of 405, Ivysaur's standout attribute is its Sp. Attack (80).

Its stats are fairly balanced, leaning toward special offense.

Ivysaur base stats

Stat	Base value	Relative
HP	60
Attack	62
Defense	63
Sp. Attack	80
Sp. Defense	80
Speed	60
Total	405

Ivysaur abilities

Ivysaur's standard ability is Overgrow.

Its hidden ability, Chlorophyll, is only available from special encounters and breeding.

Ivysaur type matchups

Defensively, Ivysaur takes super-effective damage from Flying, Fire, Ice and Psychic moves.

It resists Grass, Water, Electric, Fighting and Fairy attacks.

Attacking type	Damage taken
Flying	×2
Fire	×2
Ice	×2
Psychic	×2
Grass	×0.25
Water	×0.5
Electric	×0.5
Fighting	×0.5
Fairy	×0.5

Ivysaur evolution

Ivysaur belongs to a 3-stage evolution line: Bulbasaur → Ivysaur (Level 16) → Venusaur (Level 32).

Ivysaur training and breeding

With a capture rate of 45, Ivysaur is hard to catch and levels on the Medium Slow experience curve.

For breeding it belongs to the Monster and Plant egg groups.

Early level-up moves include Growl, Growth and Leech Seed, and it can learn 83 moves in total across all methods.

Level-up moves

Level	Move
1	Growl
1	Growth
1	Leech Seed
1	Tackle
1	Vine Whip
12	Razor Leaf
13	Poison Powder
13	Sleep Powder
15	Take Down
20	Seed Bomb
23	Sweet Scent
31	Double Edge

Frequently asked questions about Ivysaur